Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SS5 · Essex
20
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
SS4 · Essex
77
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Hockley has less crime — 20 vs 77 incidents in April 2026.
Rochford recorded substantially more crime than Hockley in April 2026 — 77 incidents compared to 20, a 3.9x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Hockley sees higher rates of Shoplifting (5) and Vehicle crime (4), while Rochford has more Anti-social behaviour (17) and Criminal damage & arson (6). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Hockley recorded fewer crimes than Rochford — 20 vs 77 incidents. That is 74% fewer crimes. Hockley is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Hockley saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Vehicle crime while Rochford had more Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Hockley recorded fewer total crimes (20 vs 77).