Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SS7 · Essex
58
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
SS8 · Essex
238
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Canvey Island has less crime — 58 vs 238 incidents in April 2026.
Canvey Island recorded substantially more crime than Canvey Island in April 2026 — 238 incidents compared to 58, a 4.1x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Canvey Island sees higher rates of Other theft (5), while Canvey Island has more Criminal damage & arson (29). Canvey Island is below the national average while Canvey Island is above, making Canvey Island the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Canvey Island recorded fewer crimes than Canvey Island — 58 vs 238 incidents. That is 76% fewer crimes. Canvey Island is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Canvey Island saw higher rates of Other theft while Canvey Island had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Canvey Island recorded fewer total crimes (58 vs 238).