Tilbury Crime Rate January 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Tilbury’s January 2024 crime rate of 12.0 per 1,000 residents placed it 62.2% above the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000. This figure underscores a persistent challenge in the built-up area of Thurrock, where crime remains higher than the national norm. The most significant contributors to the total crime count were violence and sexual offences (37.9% of all incidents), followed by vehicle crime (13.0%) and criminal damage and arson (11.3%). These patterns align with the characteristics of an urban or semi-urban environment, where public spaces and transport hubs may drive certain types of crime. The seasonal context of January — a post-holiday period marked by shorter days and reduced retail footfall — may have influenced the distribution of crimes, with fewer outdoor offences but a rise in indoor or illicit activities. Violence and sexual offences in Tilbury occurred at a rate 4.5 per 1,000, significantly exceeding the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. This discrepancy could reflect local socioeconomic factors, such as concentrated populations or limited access to support services. Meanwhile, vehicle crime — at 1.6 per 1,000 — was 220% above the UK average, suggesting vulnerabilities in car storage or parking areas. The high rate of criminal damage and arson (1.4 per 1,000) may also indicate targeted vandalism or arson in specific locations. These findings highlight the need for tailored interventions, such as enhanced surveillance in high-risk areas or community-based initiatives to address root causes. The data also reveals that anti-social behaviour, while still present at 0.7 per 1,000, was 29% below the UK average, indicating effective local policing or community engagement efforts. However, the overall picture remains one of elevated crime, requiring sustained attention from authorities and residents alike.

The most dramatic month-on-month shift in January 2024 was the 150% increase in drug-related crimes, rising from four to ten incidents. This spike far outpaced other categories, including a 77.8% rise in shoplifting and a 21.8% increase in violence and sexual offences. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, accounting for 37.9% of all crimes, with a rate of 4.5 per 1,000 — 73% above the UK average. Vehicle crime also saw a sharp jump, with a rate of 1.6 per 1,000, 220% above the national average, potentially linked to increased traffic or vehicle storage in the area. Conversely, burglary fell by 70%, dropping from ten to three incidents, a decline that may reflect seasonal patterns or improved security measures. These shifts highlight a combination of local factors, from post-holiday activity to targeted enforcement efforts.

Tilbury’s crime rate in January 2024 rose to 12.0 per 1,000 residents, marking an 11.3% increase from the previous month’s 10.7 per 1,000. This upward trend contrasts with the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000, leaving Tilbury’s rate 62.2% above the national benchmark. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately six crimes per day, reflecting a consistent presence of criminal activity. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 84 residents, underscoring the frequency of incidents in a relatively small population. While the population of 14,810 is modest, the concentration of crimes suggests localized pressures, such as high foot traffic in retail zones or persistent issues in specific neighbourhoods. This rate does not account for unreported crimes or variations in police reporting practices, which may influence the perceived scale of the problem.