Billericay Crime Rate July 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Billericay’s crime rate in July 2024 stood at 4.0 per 1,000 residents, a figure 52.4% below the UK average of 8.4. For a population of 33,774, this translates to 135 reported crimes—a rate that suggests the area remains significantly safer than the national average. The breakdown reveals that violence and sexual offences accounted for 29.6% of all crimes, followed by shoplifting (21.5%) and vehicle crime (14.1%). These figures align with the area’s character as a largely rural built-up area within Basildon, where retail hubs and limited urban density may contribute to lower violent crime rates compared to major cities. However, the sharp rise in shoplifting during peak summer months may reflect increased foot traffic from tourists and local residents taking advantage of extended daylight hours. Seasonal factors, such as festivals and school holidays, likely play a role in shaping these patterns. Violence and sexual offences remain lower than the UK average, a trend consistent with the area’s quieter, more suburban environment. Vehicle crime, while below the UK average, may be linked to local transport infrastructure and parking arrangements. Overall, the data illustrates a crime profile shaped by both geographic and seasonal influences, with a strong emphasis on property-related offences and a relatively low incidence of violent crime.

July saw a dramatic surge in shoplifting, with incidents rising from 10 to 29—a 190% increase—suggesting heightened activity in retail zones during peak summer months. Theft from the person and robbery both doubled, with the latter moving from zero to three reported incidents, though this remains below the UK average for robbery. Conversely, criminal damage and arson fell by 61.5%, and burglary dropped by 50%, possibly linked to reduced outdoor activity during school holidays. Shoplifting’s 32% above the UK average highlights a localised trend, while violence and sexual offences remained 58% below the national rate. These shifts underscore the influence of seasonal factors, such as tourism and festivals, on specific crime types. Residents may find the shoplifting spike particularly noteworthy, given its potential impact on local businesses.

Billericay's crime rate in July 2024 rose to 4.0 per 1,000 residents, a 14.6% increase from 3.5 per 1,000 in June. This places the area well below the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000, reflecting a consistently lower crime profile compared to the national picture. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately four crimes per day, a figure that may partly explain the relatively low overall rate. Monthly exposure shows that over the course of July, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 250 residents. When scaled to Billericay’s population of 33,774, this equates to 135 crimes for a community of that size—a rate that underscores the area’s comparative safety, even as specific categories like shoplifting see sharp increases. The population-scaled perspective highlights that while crime is present, its frequency remains significantly lower than in many other parts of the UK, particularly in urban centres.