Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SS14 · Essex
500
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
SS16 · Essex
276
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Basildon has less crime — 276 vs 500 incidents in April 2026.
Basildon recorded notably higher crime than Basildon in April 2026 — 500 vs 276 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Basildon sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (37), while Basildon has more Public order (21). 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 — 276 vs 500 incidents. That is 45% fewer crimes. Basildon is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Basildon saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Basildon had more Public order. Overall, Basildon recorded fewer total crimes (276 vs 500).