Domestic abuse

If you are concerned for yourself or someone else, find out what domestic abuse is and how to get help.

How to report domestic abuse

In an emergency always dial 999.

Essex Police

If it is not an emergency but you wish to report a crime, contact Essex police on 101 or call in at your local police station.

COMPASS

COMPASS is a single point of contact to support victims of domestic abuse across Southend, Essex and Thurrock.

Contact Essex domestic abuse helpline by calling 0330 333 7444 from 8am to 8pm weekdays, and 8am to 1pm weekends. 

COMPASS

Refuge

Refuge is a charity helping women and children escape domestic abuse and violence. 

Contact the women’s national domestic violence 24hour advice line by calling 0808 2000 247. 

Refuge

Respect

Respect provides help and support for male victims of domestic abuse and violence

Contact the men’s national advice line by calling 0808 8010 327 Monday to Friday from 9am to 8pm. 

Respect

Page last reviewed: 28 October 2024