Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SS13 · Essex
352
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
RM17 · Thurrock
319
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Thurrock has less crime — 319 vs 352 incidents in April 2026.
Basildon and Thurrock recorded very similar overall crime levels in April 2026 — 352 and 319 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Basildon sees higher rates of Public order (35), while Thurrock has more Shoplifting (27). 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, Thurrock recorded fewer crimes than Basildon — 319 vs 352 incidents. That is 9% 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 Thurrock had more Shoplifting. Overall, Thurrock recorded fewer total crimes (319 vs 352).