Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SS2 · Southend-on-Sea
706
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
RM17 · Thurrock
319
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Thurrock has less crime — 319 vs 706 incidents in April 2026.
Southend-on-Sea recorded notably higher crime than Thurrock in April 2026 — 706 vs 319 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Southend-on-Sea sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (60), while Thurrock has more Shoplifting (27). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Thurrock recorded fewer crimes than Southend-on-Sea — 319 vs 706 incidents. That is 55% fewer crimes. Southend-on-Sea is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Southend-on-Sea saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Thurrock had more Shoplifting. Overall, Thurrock recorded fewer total crimes (319 vs 706).