Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SS13 · Essex
268
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
SS4 · Essex
52
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Rochford has less crime — 52 vs 268 incidents in February 2026.
Basildon recorded substantially more crime than Rochford in February 2026 — 268 incidents compared to 52, a 5.2x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Basildon sees higher rates of Shoplifting (27) and Criminal damage & arson (26), while Rochford has more Other theft (4) and Public order (4). Basildon sits above the national average for recorded crime while Rochford is below — a significant gap for anyone weighing up the two.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Rochford recorded fewer crimes than Basildon — 52 vs 268 incidents. That is 81% fewer crimes. Rochford is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Basildon saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Criminal damage & arson while Rochford had more Other theft and Public order. Overall, Rochford recorded fewer total crimes (52 vs 268).