East Tilbury Crime Rate April 2024 | Monthly Statistics

East Tilbury's crime rate in April 2024 stood at 9.4 per 1,000 residents, 22.1% above the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This figure reflects a marked increase from the previous month and positions the area as one of the higher-risk built-up zones in the UK. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 32.1% of all reported incidents, though their rate (3.0 per 1,000) was 17% above the national average. Shoplifting and vehicle crime followed closely, with the latter surging to 1.5 per 1,000—a rate 219% above the UK average. These trends align with the area's built-up character within Thurrock, where commercial activity and commuter traffic may contribute to property-related offences. April's spring weather and Easter period, typically associated with increased outdoor activity, may have influenced patterns, though the dramatic rise in vehicle crime suggests localized factors such as parking congestion or targeted theft. Public order offences also rose by 66.7%, linked to seasonal social gatherings. Anti-social behaviour and criminal damage rates fell, indicating some areas of improvement. The interplay between urban density, retail presence, and seasonal dynamics continues to shape East Tilbury's crime profile, with property crime now outpacing violent crime for the first time in recent months.

April 2024 saw a dramatic 800% increase in vehicle crime, rising from 1 to 9 incidents—a spike that far outpaces other categories. This surge, coupled with a 100% rise in shoplifting, indicates a significant shift in criminal activity. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, accounting for 32.1% of all crimes, though their rate (3.0 per 1,000) was 17% above the UK average. Conversely, anti-social behaviour fell by 20%, and criminal damage and arson decreased by 25%, suggesting some localized reductions in disorder-related incidents. The sharp rise in vehicle crime may partly explain the overall increase in property crimes, which now outpace violent crimes for the first time in recent months. Residents should note that shoplifting rates in East Tilbury are 124% above the UK average, a figure that could reflect the area's retail presence or targeted criminal activity. These changes highlight a combination of factors influencing crime patterns in the area.

East Tilbury's crime rate in April 2024 rose to 9.4 per 1,000 residents, a 40.1% increase from the previous month's 6.7 per 1,000. This marks the highest monthly rate recorded in the area since data collection began. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 2 crimes per day in April, reflecting a consistent pattern of activity despite seasonal fluctuations. Over the course of the month, 1 in every 107 residents faced a reported crime, a figure that underscores the heightened exposure compared to the prior month. The population-scaled perspective reveals that East Tilbury's crime rate remains 22.1% above the UK average, highlighting a persistent disparity. While the area's built-up nature within Thurrock may contribute to higher property crime rates, the sharp increase in vehicle-related offences suggests localized factors such as increased traffic or parking activity. This monthly exposure rate, when contextualized against the area's population of 5,966, illustrates that crime remains a pressing concern for residents despite broader UK trends.