East Tilbury Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For a community of nearly 6,000 residents, 33 crimes in November 2025 translates to one reported incident for every 181 people over the course of the month. This rate of 5.5 crimes per 1,000 residents places East Tilbury 24.7% below the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000. The area’s crime profile reflects a distinct mix of concerns, with violence and sexual offences dominating at 13 cases (39.4% of total crimes), followed by vehicle crime (4 cases) and anti-social behaviour (4 cases). This pattern aligns with the built-up nature of East Tilbury, where compact residential zones and limited commercial hubs may contribute to a concentration of violent incidents. Seasonal factors in November—dark evenings, Bonfire Night events, and Black Friday shopping—likely influence the crime mix, with vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour potentially linked to increased nighttime activity and seasonal retail pressures. The area’s relatively low overall crime rate, despite higher-than-average vehicle crime, suggests a combination of local policing efforts and community-focused initiatives may be tempering broader trends. Violent crime remains significantly below the UK average, though its share of total crimes underscores the need for targeted interventions in high-risk areas.

November 2025 saw notable shifts in crime patterns compared to October. Other theft and other crime categories both doubled from zero to two cases, while possession of weapons emerged as a new category with one reported incident. These increases may reflect seasonal factors, such as the heightened foot traffic during Black Friday sales or the potential for unsecured items in public spaces during Bonfire Night events. Conversely, anti-social behaviour and criminal damage and arson both decreased by 33.3% and 25.0% respectively, possibly due to increased community engagement during darker evenings or the closure of certain public venues. The vehicle crime rate in East Tilbury (0.7 per 1,000) is 75% above the UK average, a stark contrast to the 14% below average for violence and sexual offences. This divergence highlights the area’s unique challenges, with vehicle crime likely driven by the proximity of major transport routes or parking facilities in the built-up area. Residents may find the 75% above-average vehicle crime rate particularly relevant, as it suggests targeted measures such as improved street lighting or CCTV coverage could be prioritised in high-risk zones.

The crime rate in East Tilbury rose by 22.1% from 4.5 per 1,000 in October to 5.5 per 1,000 in November 2025. On a daily basis, this equates to approximately one crime reported every 30 days in the area, a figure that may feel more tangible to residents than aggregate statistics. Over the course of the month, the 33 crimes reported represent one incident for every 181 residents, a monthly exposure rate that, while low compared to the UK average, underscores the importance of maintaining local vigilance. Given East Tilbury’s population of 5,966, the 5.5 per 1,000 rate translates to a relatively manageable burden on community resources, though the 75% above-average vehicle crime rate indicates specific vulnerabilities. The built-up nature of the area, with its mix of residential and industrial land use, may contribute to the persistence of vehicle-related offences, while the lower-than-average rates for anti-social behaviour and criminal damage suggest that local initiatives—such as community policing or environmental improvements—could be effectively mitigating broader risks. This comparison with the UK average highlights both strengths and areas for targeted improvement in East Tilbury’s crime prevention strategies.