Essex Police

Is Southminster Safe?

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

Last 12 months: February 2025 – January 2026 1,054 crimes
7 / 100 High Crime

Safety Score !

1,054 Crimes (last 12 months)
25.2% Resolution Rate (last 12m) !
↑4.9% 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 12 months — 1,054 total crimes recorded in Southminster

Violent Crime
552 52.4%
Public Order
80 7.6%
Criminal Damage & Arson
78 7.4%
Anti-Social Behaviour
71 6.7%
Shoplifting
62 5.9%
Other Theft
60 5.7%
Vehicle Crime
55 5.2%
Drugs
29 2.8%
Other Crime
24 2.3%
Burglary
19 1.8%
Possession of Weapons
16 1.5%
Bicycle Theft
4 0.4%
Robbery
4 0.4%
Theft from Person
0 0%

Monthly Crime Trend

Month-by-month crime totals for Southminster — last 12 months

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Southminster safe?

Southminster has a CrimeRadar safety score of 7/100, rated High Crime. 1,054 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months. Southminster has above-average crime levels and caution is advised.

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

1,054 crimes were recorded in Southminster in the last 12 months. This is an increase of 4.9% compared to the previous 12-month period (1,005 crimes).

What is the most common crime in Southminster?

The most common crime in Southminster is Violent Crime, with 552 incidents recorded in the last 12 months. This accounts for 52.4% of all reported crimes in the area.

Is crime in Southminster increasing or decreasing?

Crime in Southminster is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 4.9% compared to the same period the previous year. This is something residents and prospective buyers should be aware of.

What is the safety score for Southminster?

Southminster has a safety score of 7 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 Southminster compare to the Essex Police average?

Southminster has a safety score of 7/100, while the Essex Police force area average is 10/100. Southminster 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 Southminster?

25.2% of crimes in Southminster 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 Southminster?

552 violent crimes were recorded in Southminster in the last 12 months, representing 52.4% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for 71 incidents.

When was the crime data for Southminster last updated?

The crime data for Southminster 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 Southminster with other areas?

You can compare Southminster 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.