Is Rayleigh Safe?
Crime statistics for Rayleigh. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 36 months — 5,347 total crimes recorded in Rayleigh
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Month-by-month crime totals for Rayleigh — last 36 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Rayleigh safe?
Rayleigh has a CrimeRadar safety score of 9/100, rated High Crime. 1,729 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months. Rayleigh has above-average crime levels and caution is advised.
How many crimes were recorded in Rayleigh in the last 12 months?
1,729 crimes were recorded in Rayleigh in the last 12 months. This is a decrease of 0.4% compared to the previous 12-month period (1,736 crimes).
What is the most common crime in Rayleigh?
The most common crime in Rayleigh is Violent Crime, with 2,213 incidents recorded in the last 12 months. This accounts for 128% of all reported crimes in the area.
Is crime in Rayleigh increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Rayleigh is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 0.4% compared to the same period the previous year. This is a positive sign for the area.
What is the safety score for Rayleigh?
Rayleigh 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 Rayleigh compare to the Essex Police average?
Rayleigh has a safety score of 9/100, while the Essex Police force area average is 10/100. Rayleigh 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 Rayleigh?
51.7% of crimes in Rayleigh 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 Rayleigh?
2,213 violent crimes were recorded in Rayleigh in the last 12 months, representing 128% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for 459 incidents.
When was the crime data for Rayleigh last updated?
The crime data for Rayleigh 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 Rayleigh with other areas?
You can compare Rayleigh 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.