South Ockendon Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

South Ockendon’s overall crime rate in February 2026 stood at 6.2 per 1,000 residents, placing it 3.1% below the UK average of 6.4. This slight edge over the national picture contrasts with the area’s profile as a built-up district within Thurrock, where urban density and transport links might typically correlate with higher crime rates. The most prominent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 47% of all reported incidents—25% above the UK average for this category. This stark deviation suggests local factors may influence violence trends. February, a winter month with reduced outdoor activity, may see increased indoor gatherings, contributing to higher interpersonal crime rates. Anti-social behaviour and public order offences followed, each representing significant shares of the total. Shoplifting rates were 48% below the UK average, reflecting the area’s retail landscape or effective local deterrents. While the overall crime rate remains in line with broader regional patterns, the balance of offence types highlights specific local dynamics. The relatively low burglary rate (20% below the UK average) and shoplifting figures could indicate strong community policing efforts or a lower concentration of high-value retail spaces compared to other urban centres. These patterns warrant continued monitoring, particularly as the month-on-month changes in specific categories suggest evolving trends.

February 2026 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with public order offences surging by 75% (from 8 to 14 incidents) compared to the previous month. This increase may be linked to the pre-spring lull, where transient populations or local events could temporarily elevate disputes. Conversely, shoplifting decreased by 40% (from 10 to 6), a drop that could reflect seasonal retail closures or successful targeted interventions. The category of drugs offences also rose by 20%, influenced by changing enforcement priorities or local supply chains. Meanwhile, criminal damage and arson fell by 30.8%, due to reduced outdoor activity in colder weather. The area’s violence rate remains significantly above the UK average, with 71 incidents reported—25% higher than the national benchmark for this category. This disparity underscores the need for targeted strategies to address interpersonal crime, particularly in public spaces. A resident might find the 48% reduction in shoplifting reassuring, as it suggests that local retail outlets may have implemented effective security measures or community engagement programs. The mix of rising and falling categories illustrates the complexity of maintaining stability in a dynamic built-up area.

South Ockendon’s crime rate in February 2026 rose by 6.5% compared to the previous month’s rate of 5.9 per 1,000 residents, indicating a slight upward trend. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 5 crimes per day, a figure that translates to one reported crime for roughly every 160 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate, while modest, highlights the persistent presence of crime in a densely populated built-up area. When compared to the UK average, the area’s overall rate remains slightly lower, but specific categories like violence and public order offences show marked deviations. The population context is critical: with 24,216 residents, even small percentage changes can correspond to tangible impacts on local communities. For instance, the 75% increase in public order offences equates to 6 additional incidents in just one month—a figure that would be immediately noticeable in local forums or community meetings. The comparison to the UK average also reveals that while South Ockendon’s overall crime rate is marginally better than the national picture, its performance in certain categories—particularly violence—suggests that targeted interventions may be necessary. Residents may find the 48% reduction in shoplifting encouraging, but the rise in public order offences serves as a reminder that crime trends are not uniform across all categories.