Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SS7 · Essex
58
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
SS4 · Essex
77
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Canvey Island has less crime — 58 vs 77 incidents in April 2026.
Rochford saw somewhat more crime than Canvey Island in April 2026 (77 vs 58 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Canvey Island sees higher rates of Other theft (5), while Rochford has more Criminal damage & arson (6). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Canvey Island recorded fewer crimes than Rochford — 58 vs 77 incidents. That is 25% 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 Rochford had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Canvey Island recorded fewer total crimes (58 vs 77).