Reported crime in Canvey Island, Essex, fell by 15 per cent in January 2026 compared to the previous month. Data released on 28 February 2026 shows that 227 incidents were recorded at the start of the year, which is a drop from the 267 reports seen in December 2025.
According to the latest figures from Police.uk, violence and sexual offences were the most common issues with 116 reports during the month. Other frequent incidents included 27 reports of criminal damage and arson, followed by 26 recorded cases of anti-social behaviour.
To help improve community safety, Castle Point Borough Council has approved a budget for 2025/26 that includes plans to expand the local CCTV network. This work follows a major operation by Essex Police in November 2025, which targeted drug conspiracy and led to several arrests on the island.
The Essex Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner, Roger Hirst MBE, oversees the strategic funding for these local safety efforts. The police also work with community partners such as Yellow Door, a local charity that provides outreach services to help tackle the causes of anti-social behaviour.
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