Crime in Shrub End: statistics, rates and trends
1,155 crimes were recorded in Shrub End in the 12 months to July 2026, 88.1 per 1,000 residents. That is close to the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 19% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Shrub End at a glance
- Crime trends in Shrub End
- Types of crime in Shrub End
- Shrub End compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Shrub End
- What happened after crimes were reported in Shrub End
- Population and deprivation in Shrub End
- Questions about crime in Shrub End
- About this data
1,155 crimes were recorded in Shrub End in the 12 months to July 2026, 88.1 per 1,000 residents. That is close to the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 19% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 514 reports (45% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Shrub End has the 1,553rd highest crime rate.
| Measure | Shrub End | Colchester | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 1,155 | 18,889 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 88.1 | 94.3 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +19% | +9% | -1% |
| Population | 13,107 | 200,222 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Shrub End was highest in the year to July 2019 (1,238 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2024 (853). Over the whole period it rose 13%, against a fall of 4% across England and Wales. Rates use today's population for every year, so they show the direction of change rather than exact historic rates.
| Period | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year to July 2026 | 1,155 | 88.1 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 970 | 74.0 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 853 | 65.1 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 968 | 73.9 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 1,071 | 81.7 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 1,175 | 89.6 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 1,238 | 94.5 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 1,238 | 94.5 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 1,020 | 77.8 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 108 |
| June 2026 | 86 |
| May 2026 | 96 |
| April 2026 | 84 |
| March 2026 | 97 |
| February 2026 | 114 |
| January 2026 | 82 |
| December 2025 | 76 |
| November 2025 | 98 |
| October 2025 | 117 |
| September 2025 | 100 |
| August 2025 | 97 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Shrub End over the 12 months to July 2026. The index compares the local rate with England and Wales: 1.00 is the national rate, 2.00 is double it. Rates were well above the national level for vehicle crime, burglary.
The largest increases were in vehicle crime (+122%) and shoplifting (+110%). The largest falls were in bicycle theft (-59%) and other crime (-14%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 514 | 39.2 | 1.15 | +6% |
| Vehicle crime | 129 | 9.8 | 2.00 | +122% |
| Shoplifting | 88 | 6.7 | 0.81 | +110% |
| Public order | 79 | 6.0 | 0.91 | -4% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 73 | 5.6 | 0.36 | +3% |
| Other theft | 69 | 5.3 | 0.82 | +50% |
| Burglary | 61 | 4.7 | 1.32 | +33% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 48 | 3.7 | 0.54 | -4% |
| Drugs | 25 | 1.9 | 0.58 | +56% |
| Other crime | 25 | 1.9 | 0.90 | -14% |
| Possession of weapons | 14 | 1.1 | 1.10 | +133% |
| Robbery | 14 | 1.1 | 0.79 | +250% |
| Bicycle theft | 13 | 1.0 | 1.20 | -59% |
| Theft from the person | 3 | 0.2 | 0.14 | +50% |
Violence and sexual offences in Shrub End
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Shrub End recorded 514 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (39.2 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 6% on the year before. It made up 44.5% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Shrub End
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Shrub End recorded 129 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (9.8 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and up 122% on the year before. It made up 11.2% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Shrub End
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Shrub End recorded 88 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 110% on the year before. It made up 7.6% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Shrub End
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Shrub End recorded 79 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.0 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 4% on the year before. It made up 6.8% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Shrub End
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Shrub End recorded 73 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 3% on the year before. It made up 6.3% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Shrub End
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Shrub End recorded 69 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and up 50% on the year before. It made up 6.0% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Shrub End
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Shrub End recorded 61 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.7 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 33% on the year before. It made up 5.3% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Shrub End
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Shrub End recorded 48 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 4% on the year before. It made up 4.2% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Shrub End
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Shrub End recorded 25 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 56% on the year before. It made up 2.2% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Shrub End
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Shrub End recorded 25 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.9 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and down 14% on the year before. It made up 2.2% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Shrub End
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Shrub End recorded 14 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.1 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 133% on the year before. It made up 1.2% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Shrub End
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Shrub End recorded 14 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 250% on the year before. It made up 1.2% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Shrub End
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Shrub End recorded 13 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.0 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and down 59% on the year before. It made up 1.1% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Shrub End
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Shrub End recorded 3 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and up 50% on the year before. It made up 0.3% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Shrub End, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Shrub End.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Shrub End |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prettygate | 632 | 54.3 | -38% |
| Berechurch | 1,049 | 88.8 | +1% |
| New Town and Christ Church | 1,906 | 119.0 | +35% |
| Castle | 3,485 | 287.5 | +226% |
| Stanway | 855 | 84.4 | -4% |
| Old Heath and The Hythe | 1,030 | 86.8 | -1% |
| Lexden and Braiswick | 428 | 47.1 | -47% |
| Greenstead | 2,435 | 148.2 | +68% |
Police.uk records each crime at an approximate location, usually the centre of a nearby street or a landmark, to protect victims' privacy. These are the locations with the most reports in Shrub End over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Supermarket | 106 |
| On or near Alport Avenue | 41 |
| On or near Berechurch Hall Road | 36 |
| On or near Salamanca Way | 34 |
| On or near Goojerat Road | 31 |
| On or near Dapifer Close | 28 |
| On or near Paxman Avenue | 28 |
| On or near Gosbecks Road | 24 |
| On or near Ilex Close | 22 |
| On or near Silver Birch Close | 22 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Shrub End over the 12 months to July 2026. Many cases are still open when the data is published, and anti-social behaviour has no outcome recorded, so these shares change as investigations finish.
| Outcome | Crimes | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 384 | 33.2% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 357 | 30.9% |
| Under investigation | 107 | 9.3% |
| Not recorded | 73 | 6.3% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 56 | 4.8% |
| Court result unavailable | 48 | 4.2% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 46 | 4.0% |
| Status update unavailable | 38 | 3.3% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 29 | 2.5% |
| Local resolution | 12 | 1.0% |
| Offender given a caution | 3 | 0.3% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 2 | 0.2% |
Shrub End has an estimated population of 13,107. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Shrub End sits in decile 5.5, close to the middle. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Shrub End |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 26.4% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 64.7% |
| Aged 65 and over | 9.0% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 47.1% |
| Social rented homes | 22.7% |
| Private rented homes | 30.0% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 5.5 |
Is Shrub End a safe place to live?
Shrub End recorded 88.1 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, close to the England and Wales rate of 96.4. Crime is concentrated in a small number of places within most areas, often busy centres and transport hubs, so the rate for a single street can differ a lot from the area as a whole.
What is the most common crime in Shrub End?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 514 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by vehicle crime (129).
Is crime in Shrub End going up or down?
Recorded crime in Shrub End was up 19% on the year before: 1,155 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 970 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Shrub End?
Shrub End is policed by Essex. Non-emergency crimes can be reported online to the force or by calling 101; in an emergency call 999.
How are these crime rates calculated?
Each rate is the number of crimes recorded by the police in the 12 months to July 2026, divided by the resident population and multiplied by 1,000. Crime data is from data.police.uk and population estimates are from the Office for National Statistics.
Figures are police-recorded crime published on data.police.uk, covering August 2017 to July 2026. Each crime is counted in the small area (LSOA) where it was recorded and added up to Shrub End. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.