Basildon Crime Rate February 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Basildon’s crime rate in February 2024 stood at 8.3 per 1,000 residents, placing it 16.9% above the UK average of 7.1. This figure, while not extreme, highlights the area’s distinct challenges compared to the national picture. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 41.3% of all reported incidents—36% higher than the UK average. This overrepresentation may be tied to Basildon’s urban character, where densely populated areas and high-traffic zones can foster environments conducive to such crimes. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, making up 9.4% of total crimes, though this category was 24% below the UK average. This discrepancy could reflect effective local policing strategies or community engagement initiatives that mitigate minor disturbances. Vehicle crime, at 0.7 per 1,000, was 59% above the UK average, a statistic that aligns with the area’s industrial and commercial presence, which likely increases opportunities for car-related offences. The seasonal context of February—a winter month with low outdoor activity—may have contributed to a pre-spring lull in some crime categories. This pattern suggests that while broader seasonal factors influence certain types of crime, the structural characteristics of Basildon, such as its retail corridors and transport networks, play a more enduring role in shaping the local crime profile. Residents navigating this environment may find the higher rates of violence and vehicle crime particularly relevant, necessitating awareness of both personal safety and property protection measures.

February 2024 saw a sharp 66.7% increase in robbery cases, rising from 9 to 15 incidents. This spike, though still low in absolute terms, may reflect heightened vulnerability in certain areas, such as late-night retail zones or transport hubs. Anti-social behaviour also rose by 44.2%, with reports jumping from 104 to 150, a trend consistent with seasonal patterns as winter lulls give way to early spring activity. Conversely, burglary rates fell by 30.5%, a decline that could be linked to increased home security measures or seasonal factors such as shorter daylight hours deterring outdoor crimes. Vehicle crime remained 59% above the UK average, a figure that may be driven by Basildon’s industrial and commercial infrastructure, which attracts both legitimate and illicit activity. Meanwhile, bicycle theft plummeted by two-thirds, due to colder weather reducing outdoor activity or improved cycle storage solutions.

Basildon’s crime rate in February 2024 remained stable at 8.3 per 1,000 residents, matching the previous month’s figure. This consistency suggests no immediate surge or decline in overall criminal activity. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 55 crimes per day, a figure that contextualizes the frequency of incidents for residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 121 residents, a monthly exposure rate that, while not alarmingly high, underscores the persistent presence of crime in the community. This statistic is particularly relevant for families and individuals considering long-term residency, as it reflects the average risk faced by the population. The local population of 193,632 means that even small fluctuations in crime rates can have measurable impacts on individual risk, though the stability in the current month suggests no abrupt changes in the broader crime environment.