Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SS13 · Essex
352
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
SS15 · Essex
219
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Basildon has less crime — 219 vs 352 incidents in April 2026.
Basildon recorded notably higher crime than Basildon in April 2026 — 352 vs 219 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Basildon sees higher rates of Public order (35), while Basildon has more Criminal damage & arson (17). 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 — 219 vs 352 incidents. That is 38% 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 (219 vs 352).