Tilbury Crime Rate April 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences in Tilbury during April 2024 stood at 3.8 per 1,000 residents, a figure 48% above the UK average. This category, which accounted for 35.9% of all reported crimes, starkly contrasts with the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. The spike in violent crime may partly explain Tilbury’s overall crime rate of 10.5 per 1,000—36.4% above the UK average of 7.7. While anti-social behaviour (1.4 per 1,000) and criminal damage (1.1 per 1,000) also exceeded UK averages, the most pronounced outlier was the 86% surge in criminal damage and arson compared to the UK’s 0.6 per 1,000. This imbalance suggests a concentration of incidents in specific locations, possibly linked to Tilbury’s industrial character and proximity to transport hubs. The seasonal context of April—Easter holidays and springtime outdoor activity—could have influenced patterns, with increased foot traffic in public areas contributing to both violent and property crimes. Shoplifting (0.3 per 1,000) was 55% below the UK average, a trend that may reflect the area’s limited retail density compared to larger urban centres. These figures underscore the need for targeted interventions in high-risk zones while acknowledging the combination of local geography and seasonal dynamics.

April 2024 saw a 100% increase in 'other crime' (4 to 8 cases), a category that includes unclassified incidents and may reflect underreported or evolving criminal activity. Concurrently, bicycle theft rose by 100% (from 0 to 1 case), possibly linked to the Easter holiday period when temporary residents or visitors may have left bikes unsecured. Conversely, shoplifting fell by 76.5% (17 to 4 cases), a decline that could indicate improved retail security measures or reduced foot traffic during the Easter break. The most significant UK comparison outlier was anti-social behaviour, which at 1.4 per 1,000 was 15% above the UK average of 1.2 per 1,000. This figure may correlate with Tilbury’s built-up area status, where higher population density and shared living spaces could contribute to such incidents. Meanwhile, vehicle crime (0.8 per 1,000) and public order offences (0.9 per 1,000) both exceeded UK averages by 70%, suggesting a need for focused policing in areas with high vehicle turnover or public gatherings. These shifts highlight the importance of real-time data analysis to adapt community safety strategies.

Tilbury’s crime rate in April 2024 (10.5 per 1,000) marked a 4.4% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 11.0 per 1,000, indicating a slight but measurable improvement in local safety. On a daily basis, 5 crimes were reported per day in April, a figure that, while contextually local, underscores the persistent presence of criminal activity in this built-up area. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 95 residents—a monthly exposure rate that, when compared to the UK average (which is not provided here), would offer further insight. Tilbury’s population of 14,810 means that the 156 total crimes reported in April equate to a rate of 10.5 per 1,000, a figure that, while higher than the UK average, reflects the area’s unique characteristics. The built-up nature of Tilbury, combined with its proximity to transport links and industrial zones, may contribute to its elevated crime rate compared to more rural or suburban areas. This comparison reinforces the need for localized strategies that address the specific challenges of urban environments, ensuring that crime reduction efforts align with the area’s demographic and geographic realities.