Thurrock vs Wickford — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Thurrock

RM16 · Thurrock

148

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences53
  • Criminal damage & arson17
  • Anti-social behaviour16

Wickford

SS12 · Essex

176

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences54
  • Anti-social behaviour43
  • Criminal damage & arson19

Thurrock has less crime — 148 vs 176 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Wickford saw somewhat more crime than Thurrock in April 2026 (176 vs 148 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 Thurrock or Wickford safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Thurrock recorded fewer crimes than Wickford — 148 vs 176 incidents. That is 16% fewer crimes.

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

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In April 2026, Thurrock recorded 53 incidents of this type vs 54 in Wickford. Total crime levels were broadly similar.

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