Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SS8 · Essex
200
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
SS6 · Essex
100
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Rayleigh has less crime — 100 vs 200 incidents in February 2026.
Canvey Island recorded notably higher crime than Rayleigh in February 2026 — 200 vs 100 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Canvey Island sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (41) and Public order (16), while Rayleigh has more Drugs (11) and Shoplifting (11). Canvey Island sits above the national average for recorded crime while Rayleigh is below — a significant gap for anyone weighing up the two.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Rayleigh recorded fewer crimes than Canvey Island — 100 vs 200 incidents. That is 50% fewer crimes. Rayleigh is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Canvey Island saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Public order while Rayleigh had more Drugs and Shoplifting. Overall, Rayleigh recorded fewer total crimes (100 vs 200).