Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SS6 · Essex
100
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
SS4 · Essex
52
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Rochford has less crime — 52 vs 100 incidents in February 2026.
Rayleigh recorded notably higher crime than Rochford in February 2026 — 100 vs 52 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Rayleigh sees higher rates of Drugs (11) and Shoplifting (11), while Rochford has more Other theft (4) and Public order (4). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Rochford recorded fewer crimes than Rayleigh — 52 vs 100 incidents. That is 48% fewer crimes. Rochford is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Rayleigh saw higher rates of Drugs and Shoplifting while Rochford had more Other theft and Public order. Overall, Rochford recorded fewer total crimes (52 vs 100).