Billericay Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominate Billericay's crime profile in January 2026, accounting for 37.4% of all reported crimes (46 incidents). This category remains 44% below the UK average of 2.5 per 1,000, despite being the most frequently reported crime type locally. The overall crime rate of 3.6 per 1,000 residents places the area 47.1% below the UK average of 6.8 per 1,000, a significant gap reflecting broader regional differences in policing and demographics. Seasonal factors likely contribute to this pattern, with January's post-holiday environment and shorter daylight hours reducing opportunities for outdoor crimes typically associated with warmer months. Property crimes (42 incidents) and violent crimes (46 incidents) together constitute 76.5% of all reports, highlighting the dual focus of local law enforcement. The breakdown shows a marked absence of shoplifting compared to the UK average, with 0.3 per 1,000 versus 0.6 per 1,000 nationally, possibly linked to the area's lower retail density and higher proportion of residential properties. This contrast with the UK average underscores the unique character of Billericay as a built-up area within Basildon, where community policing and local initiatives may play a role in maintaining lower crime rates. The data also reveals a notable underrepresentation of vehicle crime (0.2 per 1,000) compared to the UK average of 0.4 per 1,000, which could reflect lower car ownership or more secure parking infrastructure in the area.

January 2026 saw significant fluctuations in specific crime categories, with other crime increasing by 120% (5 to 11 incidents) and possession of weapons rising by 100% (0 to 5 incidents). These spikes contrast with a 77.8% decline in other theft (9 to 2 incidents) and a 42.9% reduction in anti-social behaviour (7 to 4 incidents). The most substantial UK comparison divergence appears in 'other crime,' which is 87% above the UK average of 0.2 per 1,000, though this category's ambiguity makes interpretation challenging. Conversely, shoplifting remains 47% below the UK average (0.3 vs 0.6 per 1,000), a trend consistent with the area's lower retail footfall. Violent crime, while the most prevalent category locally, is 44% below the UK average, suggesting either effective community interventions or demographic factors that reduce violent incidents. The increase in possession of weapons, though small in absolute terms (5 incidents), warrants attention given its 186% above the UK average of 0.1 per 1,000. This could indicate a shift in local criminal activity patterns or improved reporting mechanisms. Residents may find the 47.1% below UK average figure particularly relevant, as it highlights the area's relative safety compared to national trends, though localised factors such as Basildon's policing strategies and community engagement programmes likely play a role in maintaining this gap.

Billericay's crime rate of 3.6 per 1,000 in January 2026 represents a marginal -0.8% decrease from the previous month's rate of 3.7 per 1,000, indicating stability in overall crime levels. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 4 crimes per day in January, a figure that, while modest, reflects the built-up nature of the area within Basildon. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 275 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is lower than the UK average when scaled to population size. This statistic provides a tangible measure of risk for residents, showing that the probability of being directly affected by crime is relatively low compared to national benchmarks. The population context is critical here, with 33,774 residents in Billericay meaning that even small absolute numbers translate to significant proportional differences. For instance, the 5 incidents of possession of weapons, though seemingly minor, represent 0.2 per 1,000 residents — a figure 186% above the UK average. This underscores the importance of population scaling in interpreting crime statistics, as absolute numbers can be misleading without considering local demographics. The comparison to the previous month's rate also highlights the area's consistency in maintaining low crime levels, suggesting that either long-term strategies or seasonal factors are contributing to this stability. The daily crime count, while a useful metric for residents, should be contextualised within the broader picture of Billericay's crime profile, which remains significantly below national averages.