Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SS5 · Essex
14
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
SS12 · Essex
116
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Hockley has less crime — 14 vs 116 incidents in February 2026.
Wickford recorded substantially more crime than Hockley in February 2026 — 116 incidents compared to 14, a 8.3x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Hockley sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (3) and Shoplifting (2), while Wickford has more Anti-social behaviour (19) and Vehicle crime (10). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Hockley recorded fewer crimes than Wickford — 14 vs 116 incidents. That is 88% fewer crimes. Hockley is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Hockley saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson and Shoplifting while Wickford had more Anti-social behaviour and Vehicle crime. Overall, Hockley recorded fewer total crimes (14 vs 116).