Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SS16 · Essex
276
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
RM17 · Thurrock
319
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Basildon has less crime — 276 vs 319 incidents in April 2026.
Thurrock saw somewhat more crime than Basildon in April 2026 (319 vs 276 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Basildon sees higher rates of Public order (21), 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, Basildon recorded fewer crimes than Thurrock — 276 vs 319 incidents. That is 13% fewer crimes. Thurrock 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, Basildon recorded fewer total crimes (276 vs 319).