Billericay Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

The crime profile in Billericay during November 2023 reveals a distinct balance between violent and property-related offences, shaped by local patterns and seasonal factors. With a total crime rate of 3.7 per 1,000 residents—50.7% below the UK average—this built-up area within Basildon demonstrates a consistently lower crime burden compared to national benchmarks. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 40.5% of all reported crimes, a share higher than property crimes, which collectively made up 59.5% of the total. This mix suggests a combination of personal safety concerns and economic factors, such as the retail activity linked to Black Friday shopping. The prevalence of violence and sexual offences, at 1.5 per 1,000 residents, sits 42% below the UK average for this category, indicating a safer environment for residents in this specific area. Meanwhile, shoplifting and vehicle crime remained prominent property-related issues, though both were significantly below national averages. The seasonal context of November—marked by Bonfire Night and the onset of darker evenings—likely contributes to increased incidents of public order offences and anti-social behaviour, though these saw a marked decline in November compared to earlier in the year. The lower-than-average rates for property crimes such as burglary and criminal damage may reflect the area’s character as a commuter-focused town with fewer high-density residential zones prone to such offences. These patterns underscore the importance of contextual factors in shaping local crime dynamics, rather than a uniform trend across the UK.

November 2023 saw sharp fluctuations in specific crime categories, with burglary and 'other crime' both surging by 200% compared to the previous month. This increase, from one to three burglaries and from two to six 'other crime' reports, highlights a sudden shift in criminal activity that may be linked to seasonal factors such as Bonfire Night or changes in local routines. Conversely, anti-social behaviour dropped by 81.8%, and drugs-related offences fell by 55.6%, suggesting a temporary reduction in alcohol-fuelled incidents during the month. The crime mix also shifted slightly, with violence and sexual offences maintaining their dominance (40.5% of total crimes) but property crimes accounting for a smaller share than in prior months. Shoplifting remained at 11.9% of all crimes, a figure 27% below the UK average, which may reflect the area’s retail environment and effective policing in high-footfall areas. The relatively low rate of violent crime—1.5 per 1,000 residents—compared to the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000, indicates that while violence remains a concern, it is not prevalent in this area. For residents, the sharp rise in burglary is a key data point, as it suggests a need for heightened vigilance around home security during this time of year.

Billericay’s crime rate in November 2023 rose by 11.3% compared to the previous month, moving from 3.4 to 3.7 per 1,000 residents. This increase, while modest, places the area’s monthly exposure at one reported crime for every 268 residents—a figure that, while lower than the UK average, reflects a slight uptick in local activity. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately four crimes per day, a rate that remains well below the national average but may feel more pronounced to residents due to the concentrated nature of reported incidents. The population-scaled perspective shows that Billericay’s crime burden is significantly lighter than the UK average, with property crimes such as burglary and criminal damage sitting 71% and 32% below national levels, respectively. This suggests that while the area is not immune to crime, its built-up character within Basildon—likely influenced by commuter patterns and suburban planning—creates a safer environment for residents. The contrast with the UK average is particularly stark in categories like anti-social behaviour, which was 90% below the national rate, and theft from the person, which was 47% below. These figures highlight the effectiveness of local policing strategies and the area’s demographic profile, which may include fewer high-risk populations typically associated with such offences. However, the surge in burglary and 'other crime' reports serves as a reminder that even low-crime areas can experience sudden spikes, necessitating ongoing community engagement and targeted interventions.