Total Crime Rate
22.2 per 1,000
All offences · Oct 2024 - Sep 2025Waxwell Road area has the 7th lowest crime rate of 21 local areas in Hullbridge , and the 82nd lowest crime rate of 264 local areas in Rochford .
This postcode forms a relatively safe pocket compared with the surrounding streets. Neighbouring areas record much higher crime levels, even though this postcode itself remains comparatively low-crime.
The overall crime rate in the area around Waxwell Road (SS5 6HG) in the last 12 months was 22.2 per 1,000 residents and was 43.5% lower than the Hullbridge average (39.4 per 1,000 residents). In the last 12 months, this area’s most reported crimes were Violence and sexual offences with 3 offences recorded. The least common crime was Criminal damage and arson with 1 case , up 100.0% compared to 2024. The fastest-growing crime category was Criminal damage and arson ( 100.0% YoY). The sharpest decline was Criminal damage and arson ( 100.0% YoY).
Violent crimes totalled 4 (≈ 12.7 per 1,000 residents). Year-over-year these were rising ( 100.0% ). Over the last decade, overall crime has falling ( -41.9% comparing early vs recent averages) .
In the area around Waxwell Road (SS5 6HG), the main crime hotspot is near Hilltop Avenue. Police recorded 8 crimes here, including 3 violent or public-order offences. All these locations are within roughly 0.3 miles.
View Crime In Hullbridge| Month | Crime | Location* | Last Outcome |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | Violence and sexual offences | Hillcrest Avenue | Unable to prosecute suspect |
| Sep 2025 | Anti-social behaviour | Cherrydene Close | — |
| Sep 2025 | Criminal damage and arson | Cherrydene Close | Under investigation |
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