Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SS7 · Essex
61
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
RM16 · Thurrock
143
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Canvey Island has less crime — 61 vs 143 incidents in February 2026.
Thurrock recorded notably higher crime than Canvey Island in February 2026 — 143 vs 61 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Canvey Island sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (9) and Other crime (4), while Thurrock has more Shoplifting (15) and Vehicle crime (15). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Canvey Island recorded fewer crimes than Thurrock — 61 vs 143 incidents. That is 57% fewer crimes. Canvey Island is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Canvey Island saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson and Other crime while Thurrock had more Shoplifting and Vehicle crime. Overall, Canvey Island recorded fewer total crimes (61 vs 143).