Thurrock vs Wickford — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Thurrock

RM19 · Thurrock

44

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences21
  • Vehicle crime11
  • Criminal damage & arson5

Wickford

SS11 · Essex

132

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

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

Thurrock has less crime — 44 vs 132 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Wickford recorded substantially more crime than Thurrock in April 2026 — 132 incidents compared to 44, a 3.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Thurrock sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (11), while Wickford has more Anti-social behaviour (24). 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 — 44 vs 132 incidents. That is 67% fewer crimes. Thurrock is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Thurrock saw higher rates of Vehicle crime while Wickford had more Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Thurrock recorded fewer total crimes (44 vs 132).

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