Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SS8 · Essex
200
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
RM16 · Thurrock
143
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Thurrock has less crime — 143 vs 200 incidents in February 2026.
Canvey Island saw somewhat more crime than Thurrock in February 2026 (200 vs 143 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Canvey Island sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (41) and Public order (16), 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, Thurrock recorded fewer crimes than Canvey Island — 143 vs 200 incidents. That is 28% fewer crimes. Canvey Island is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Canvey Island saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Public order while Thurrock had more Shoplifting and Vehicle crime. Overall, Thurrock recorded fewer total crimes (143 vs 200).