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Refurbished Sexual Assault Referral Centre provides enhanced support for survivors in Essex
15:09 10/11/2026It provides a modernised centre which has been designed around the needs of survivors and victims of rape and sexual assault
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Purleigh: Man charged after fatal collision
10:56 31/10/2026A man has appeared in court after being charged following a fatal collision in Purleigh.
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Dengie: Dogs and cars seized as men reported for hare coursing offences
14:35 29/10/2026Five men have been reported for hare coursing offences after our officers and the National Police Air Service helicopter deployed following reports
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Protect your fuel: Rural officer’s advice to deter diesel thieves
13:15 27/10/2026Fuel tanks on farms and construction sites and lorries, trucks, tractors and generators can be a target for diesel thieves
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Getting a grip of shoplifting
13:24 22/10/2026In the last year our officers have secured 4,000 shoplifting charges, 500 more than the previous 12 months.
Crimes
Top reported crimes
Most commonly reported crimes during Sep 2026
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Violence and sexual offences
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Anti-social behaviour
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Drugs
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Criminal damage and arson
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Crime levels in your area
Crime for last year
Crime per Month
| Month | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 2025 | 109 | 9.2% |
| Nov 2025 | 84 | 7.1% |
| Dec 2025 | 72 | 6.1% |
| Jan 2026 | 112 | 9.4% |
| Feb 2026 | 59 | 5% |
| Mar 2026 | 90 | 7.6% |
| Apr 2026 | 82 | 6.9% |
| May 2026 | 102 | 8.6% |
| Jun 2026 | 110 | 9.3% |
| Jul 2026 | 139 | 11.7% |
| Aug 2026 | 133 | 11.2% |
| Sep 2026 | 95 | 8% |