East Tilbury Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

East Tilbury’s crime profile in June 2025 reveals a nuanced balance between property and violent crimes, with property offences (18) narrowly outnumbering violent crimes (14). The overall crime rate of 6.4 per 1,000 residents, 21% below the UK average of 8.1, highlights the area’s relative safety despite seasonal shifts. Violence and sexual offences remained the most common category, accounting for 36.8% of total crimes, though they were 16% below the UK average. Vehicle crime, however, surged to 2.4 per 1,000—251% above the UK average—suggesting a potential link to increased traffic or unsecured vehicles during the summer months. The seasonal context of June, with longer days and the start of tourist activity in nearby coastal areas, may partly explain these patterns. Criminal damage and arson also rose sharply, a trend consistent with warmer weather and increased outdoor activity. Conversely, anti-social behaviour and shoplifting remained significantly below UK averages, indicating effective local strategies or community dynamics that mitigate these issues. This balance between rising property crimes and stable violent crime rates raises questions about the interplay of local factors, such as economic activity, policing presence, and seasonal mobility, though the data does not provide definitive answers. The area’s position as a built-up part of Thurrock, with a mix of residential and industrial zones, may further shape crime trends, particularly in relation to vehicle-related incidents and targeted property offences.

Vehicle crime saw a dramatic 166.7% increase in June, rising from three to eight incidents, a sharp contrast to the 52% UK average for the category. This surge may partly explain the shift in crime balance, with property crimes (18) narrowly outpacing violent crimes (14) for the first time this year. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour fell 65% below the UK average, with only three incidents reported—a figure that could reflect community initiatives or seasonal factors. The drop in other theft (66.7% decrease) and other crime (50% decrease) suggests a temporary lull in certain categories, though these changes remain isolated to specific types. Residents may find the 21% UK average gap noteworthy, as it underscores East Tilbury’s continued position as a relatively low-crime area despite the recent rise in vehicle-related incidents.

East Tilbury’s crime rate in June 2025 rose 5.6% from 6.0 to 6.4 per 1,000 residents compared to May, marking a slight upward trend. Daily crime figures show one reported crime occurred per day on average, a rate that remains relatively low in the context of the area’s population of 5,966. Over the course of June, one crime was reported for every 157 residents, a figure that places the area’s monthly exposure in a manageable range when compared to broader population statistics. This rate, while showing a minor increase, remains 21% below the UK average, suggesting that local factors—such as community engagement or policing strategies—may contribute to sustained lower-than-average crime levels despite the recent uptick. The shift in crime type distribution, particularly the rise in vehicle crime, contrasts with declines in other theft and anti-social behaviour, indicating potential changes in local activity patterns or enforcement focus.