Billericay Crime Rate February 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In February 2024, Billericay’s crime profile revealed a striking imbalance between violent and property crimes. With 66 violent crimes recorded—accounting for 44.9% of total incidents—this marked a significant shift from previous months, where property crime typically dominated. The area’s overall crime rate of 4.4 per 1,000 residents placed it 38.0% below the UK average of 7.1, a gap that has widened in recent quarters. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, with 2.0 per 1,000 residents, 20% below the UK average for this category. This contrasted sharply with the 4.4 per 1,000 property crime rate, which while still below the UK average, showed less divergence. The seasonal context of February—a winter month with low outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull—may partly explain the dominance of violent crimes, which often occur in indoor or semi-public spaces. Billericay’s built-up area within Basildon likely contributes to this pattern, as urban centres tend to see higher rates of interpersonal violence compared to more dispersed populations. The relative safety in property crime categories, such as shoplifting (0.4 per 1,000, 26% below UK average) and vehicle crime (0.3 per 1,000, 32% below), suggests effective local measures or environmental factors reducing opportunities for theft. However, the prominence of violence underscores the need for targeted interventions in community spaces where such incidents are concentrated.

February 2024 saw notable shifts in crime dynamics, with anti-social behaviour surging by 133.3% (3 to 7 incidents) and theft from the person doubling (0 to 3). These increases, though modest in absolute terms, signal emerging concerns in public spaces. The property-violent crime balance tilted sharply, with violent crimes accounting for 44.9% of total incidents compared to 33.2% for property crimes—a reversal of the usual pattern. This shift aligns with the UK average for violent crime (2.5 per 1,000) but places Billericay 20% below, suggesting local factors may be mitigating severity. Meanwhile, vehicle crime fell by 28.6% (14 to 10), potentially linked to reduced commuter traffic during winter holidays. Billericay’s anti-social behaviour rate (0.2 per 1,000) was 81% below the UK average, indicating effective community management or lower prevalence of disruptive activities. Residents might find the 100% reduction in robbery (1 to 0) reassuring, though the single reported incident in February highlights the unpredictable nature of such crimes. These fluctuations underscore the importance of contextual analysis, as month-on-month changes often reflect transient factors rather than long-term trends.

Billericay’s crime rate in February 2024 (4.4 per 1,000) marked a 9.6% increase from the previous month’s 4.0, a rise that, while modest, contrasts with the broader UK trend of declining crime rates. Locally, this translates to approximately 5 crimes reported daily, a figure that, while low, reflects the area’s consistent safety record. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for roughly every 230 residents—a monthly exposure rate that is lower than many comparable urban centres. This statistic, however, should be contextualised within Billericay’s population of 33,774, where the density of services and community engagement may contribute to this outcome. The previous month’s rate (4.0) suggests a temporary fluctuation rather than a sustained upward trend, particularly given the 38.0% gap from the UK average. While daily crime counts provide a snapshot of activity, the monthly exposure figure illustrates the broader picture of safety for residents. This comparison reinforces Billericay’s position as a relatively secure area. increase warrants continued monitoring to ensure the trend does not persist. The interplay between local initiatives and broader demographic patterns will likely shape future crime rates.