Essex Police

Is Netteswell Safe?

Crime statistics for Netteswell. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.

Last 24 months: February 2024 – January 2026 4,318 crimes
9 / 100 High Crime

Safety Score !

4,318 Crimes (last 24 months)
51.4% Resolution Rate (last 24m) !
↓6% vs Previous 12 Months

Crime Zone Map

Neighbourhood boundaries coloured by safety score. Click adjacent zones to explore.

Very Safe (85+) Safe (65–84) Average (45–64) Below Avg (25–44) High Crime (0–24)

Crime by Category

Last 24 months — 4,318 total crimes recorded in Netteswell

Violent Crime
1,861 43.1%
Criminal Damage & Arson
396 9.2%
Public Order
367 8.5%
Anti-Social Behaviour
360 8.3%
Vehicle Crime
295 6.8%
Other Theft
277 6.4%
Drugs
194 4.5%
Burglary
125 2.9%
Other Crime
109 2.5%
Shoplifting
95 2.2%
Robbery
67 1.6%
Possession of Weapons
65 1.5%
Bicycle Theft
62 1.4%
Theft from Person
45 1%

Monthly Crime Trend

Month-by-month crime totals for Netteswell — last 24 months

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Netteswell safe?

Netteswell has a CrimeRadar safety score of 9/100, rated High Crime. 2,092 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months. Netteswell has above-average crime levels and caution is advised.

How many crimes were recorded in Netteswell in the last 12 months?

2,092 crimes were recorded in Netteswell in the last 12 months. This is a decrease of 6% compared to the previous 12-month period (2,226 crimes).

What is the most common crime in Netteswell?

The most common crime in Netteswell is Violent Crime, with 1,861 incidents recorded in the last 12 months. This accounts for 89% of all reported crimes in the area.

Is crime in Netteswell increasing or decreasing?

Crime in Netteswell is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 6% compared to the same period the previous year. This is a positive sign for the area.

What is the safety score for Netteswell?

Netteswell has a safety score of 9 out of 100 (High Crime). CrimeRadar safety scores are calculated from crime volume, year-on-year trend, and crime resolution rate. A score of 85+ is Very Safe, 65–84 is Safe, 45–64 is Average, 25–44 is Below Average, and below 25 is High Crime.

How does Netteswell compare to the Essex Police average?

Netteswell has a safety score of 9/100, while the Essex Police force area average is 10/100. Netteswell is below the force average for safety. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

What is the crime resolution rate in Netteswell?

51.4% of crimes in Netteswell resulted in a formal resolution in the last 12 months. This means charges, cautions, penalty notices, or other official outcomes. The UK national average is typically 5–15% for most areas.

How much violent crime is there in Netteswell?

1,861 violent crimes were recorded in Netteswell in the last 12 months, representing 89% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for 360 incidents.

When was the crime data for Netteswell last updated?

The crime data for Netteswell was last updated in January 2026. CrimeRadar sources all data from the official UK Police Data API, operated by the Home Office. New data is published approximately every month with a 2-month lag.

How can I compare Netteswell with other areas?

You can compare Netteswell with any other UK neighbourhood using CrimeRadar's Compare tool. It shows side-by-side safety scores, crime volumes, category breakdowns, and resolution rates. Visit crimeradar.co.uk/compare to start a comparison.

Data source: All crime data is sourced from the UK Police Data, operated by the Home Office, and is published under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Last updated: January 2026.