Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SS13 · Essex
352
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
SS14 · Essex
500
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Basildon has less crime — 352 vs 500 incidents in April 2026.
Basildon saw somewhat more crime than Basildon in April 2026 (500 vs 352 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Basildon sees higher rates of Public order (35), while Basildon has more Criminal damage & arson (37). 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 April 2026 Police data, Basildon recorded fewer crimes than Basildon — 352 vs 500 incidents. That is 30% fewer crimes. Basildon is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Basildon saw higher rates of Public order while Basildon had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Basildon recorded fewer total crimes (352 vs 500).