Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SS13 · Essex
268
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
SS14 · Essex
334
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Basildon has less crime — 268 vs 334 incidents in February 2026.
Basildon saw somewhat more crime than Basildon in February 2026 (334 vs 268 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Basildon sees higher rates of Shoplifting (27), while Basildon has more Anti-social behaviour (35). 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, Basildon recorded fewer crimes than Basildon — 268 vs 334 incidents. That is 20% fewer crimes. Basildon is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Basildon saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Basildon had more Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Basildon recorded fewer total crimes (268 vs 334).