Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SS7 · Essex
58
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
SS11 · Essex
132
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Canvey Island has less crime — 58 vs 132 incidents in April 2026.
Wickford recorded notably higher crime than Canvey Island in April 2026 — 132 vs 58 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Canvey Island sees higher rates of Other theft (5), while Wickford has more Criminal damage & arson (13). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Canvey Island recorded fewer crimes than Wickford — 58 vs 132 incidents. That is 56% fewer crimes. Canvey Island is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Canvey Island saw higher rates of Other theft while Wickford had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Canvey Island recorded fewer total crimes (58 vs 132).