Tilbury Crime Rate July 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In Tilbury, the per-capita risk of encountering crime in July 2024 was starkly evident, with a rate of 13.0 crimes per 1,000 residents—54.8% above the UK average. This translates to a resident facing a 1-in-77 chance of being directly affected by a reported crime over the course of the month. The crime profile reveals a pronounced focus on violent and property-related incidents, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 35.2% of all crimes (4.6 per 1,000), followed by vehicle crime (1.6 per 1,000) and public order offences (1.4 per 1,000). These figures align with Tilbury's character as a built-up area within Thurrock, where summer festivals, open-air events, and high foot traffic in retail zones may contribute to the elevated rates. The seasonal context of July—schools out, tourism peak, and extended evenings—likely amplifies risks in public spaces, particularly for vehicle crime and public order incidents. Vehicle crime in Tilbury is 248% above the UK average, potentially reflecting the area's commuter traffic or parking infrastructure. Conversely, anti-social behaviour remains 17% below the UK average, suggesting localised efforts in addressing community disturbances may be effective. The crime picture illustrates a mix of systemic challenges and targeted successes, with the violent crime rate (61% above UK average) and property crime surge demanding continued attention.

July 2024 saw dramatic shifts in Tilbury's crime profile, with other theft incidents surging 325% from four to 17 cases. This category, which includes burglary and vehicle-related theft, now accounts for 8.8% of all crimes, significantly outpacing the UK average by 103%. Concurrently, public order offences rose 185.7% to 20 incidents, likely linked to the area's peak summer activity and festivals. The sharp increase in possession of weapons, doubling from zero to two cases, contrasts with the 18% UK-wide rise in theft from the person. Meanwhile, robbery cases dropped by 50% to one incident, and burglary fell 37.5% to five cases, though the latter still remains 3% below the UK average. These fluctuations suggest a combination of seasonal events and local enforcement priorities.

Tilbury's crime rate in July 2024 rose to 13.0 per 1,000 residents, a 22.9% increase from June's 10.6. This places the area significantly above the UK average, with daily crime figures showing an average of six incidents per day. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 77 residents, illustrating the frequency of incidents in a local context. While this rate may seem abstract, it translates to a tangible risk: a resident could encounter a crime every 12 days on average. The population context reveals that Tilbury's 14,810 residents face a higher-than-average exposure to violence and property crimes, particularly vehicle crime and public order offences, which are 248% and 119% above UK rates respectively. This contrast with categories like anti-social behaviour, which is 17% below the UK average, highlights uneven patterns that may reflect local enforcement or community dynamics.