Rochford vs Wickford — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Rochford

SS4 · Essex

77

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences33
  • Anti-social behaviour17
  • Criminal damage & arson6

Wickford

SS11 · Essex

132

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences48
  • Anti-social behaviour24
  • Criminal damage & arson13

Rochford has less crime — 77 vs 132 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Wickford recorded notably higher crime than Rochford in April 2026 — 132 vs 77 incidents. Both areas share a near-identical crime profile, with Violence & sexual offences dominating in each. Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Rochford or Wickford safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Rochford recorded fewer crimes than Wickford — 77 vs 132 incidents. That is 42% fewer crimes. Rochford is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Rochford and Wickford?

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In April 2026, Rochford recorded 33 incidents of this type vs 48 in Wickford. Overall, Rochford had fewer total crimes (77 vs 132).

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