Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SS8 · Essex
200
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
SS1 · Southend-on-Sea
588
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Canvey Island has less crime — 200 vs 588 incidents in February 2026.
Southend-on-Sea recorded substantially more crime than Canvey Island in February 2026 — 588 incidents compared to 200, a 2.9x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Canvey Island sees higher rates of Public order (16), while Southend-on-Sea has more Shoplifting (74). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Canvey Island recorded fewer crimes than Southend-on-Sea — 200 vs 588 incidents. That is 66% fewer crimes. Southend-on-Sea is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Canvey Island saw higher rates of Public order while Southend-on-Sea had more Shoplifting. Overall, Canvey Island recorded fewer total crimes (200 vs 588).