Tilbury Crime Rate February 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences emerged as the dominant crime category in Tilbury during February 2024, accounting for 39.8% of all reported crimes. This category alone contributed 4.5 per 1,000 residents to the overall crime rate, which stood at 11.2 per 1,000—57.7% above the UK average. The prominence of violent crime in Tilbury contrasts with the UK context, where such offences average 2.5 per 1,000. This discrepancy may be influenced by local factors, such as demographic characteristics or community dynamics. The area’s crime profile also revealed stark disparities in specific categories: vehicle crime and bicycle theft were 173% and 400% above UK averages, respectively, likely reflecting the presence of commuter routes or recreational cycling activity. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour and criminal damage were 33% and 122% above national benchmarks, potentially linked to the built-up nature of Tilbury and the challenges of managing public spaces. Seasonally, February’s low outdoor activity and pre-spring lull may have contributed to a concentration of indoor-related crimes, such as violence and anti-social behaviour, while reducing opportunities for outdoor theft. However, the persistence of high crime rates despite a 6.2% month-on-month decline suggests that underlying issues require targeted interventions. The data highlights a combination of local geography, population density, and seasonal rhythms, all of which shape the area’s unique crime picture.

February 2024 saw significant fluctuations in crime categories, with anti-social behaviour increasing by 90.9% compared to January, driven by a rise from 11 to 21 incidents. This surge may reflect heightened tensions during the winter months or changes in community engagement. Bicycle theft also doubled, with four reported cases—marking a 100% increase and aligning with the area’s 400% above UK average for this category. Conversely, drug-related offences fell by 50%, possibly due to temporary enforcement efforts or seasonal lulls. Other thefts decreased by 46.2%, though this category remains 9% below the UK average. The dominance of violence and sexual offences, which are 80% above the UK average, underscores a critical area for local focus. Residents may find the daily crime count of six incidents particularly relevant, illustrating the persistent nature of local crime despite the month-on-month decline.

Tilbury’s February 2024 crime rate of 11.2 per 1,000 residents marks a 6.2% decline from the previous month’s 12.0 per 1,000. This downward trend suggests a potential stabilisation in local crime dynamics, though the rate remains significantly elevated compared to the UK average. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 6 crimes per day over the 29-day period, highlighting the persistent frequency of incidents. When scaled to the population of 14,810, this translates to one reported crime for roughly every 89 residents over the course of the month. While this monthly exposure is a useful metric for residents, it does not account for fluctuations in daily activity patterns or the impact of specific events. The comparison to the previous month underscores the volatility of crime trends, with a notable decrease in drug-related offences and other thefts, which may reflect short-term interventions or seasonal shifts. However, the overall rate remains a stark contrast to national benchmarks, indicating a need for sustained attention to local factors driving crime.