Wickford Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Wickford's crime profile in November 2025 continued to show a marked improvement, with the overall rate of 4.6 crimes per 1,000 residents placing it 37% below the UK average of 7.3. This sustained reduction reflects a combination of local initiatives and broader environmental factors. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 31.5% of all incidents.5 per 1,000 was 42% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour followed closely at 18.1%, with a rate of 0.8 per 1,000—25% below the national figure. Shoplifting, at 11% of total crimes, also remained significantly below the UK average, highlighting the area's relatively stable retail environment. Seasonal factors in November, including Bonfire Night and Black Friday, may have influenced crime patterns, with increased foot traffic potentially contributing to higher shoplifting rates. However, the overall downward trend suggests that targeted policing or community engagement efforts may be effectively reducing opportunities for crime. The area's built-up nature within Basildon, combined with its commuter-oriented character, likely plays a role in maintaining these lower crime levels compared to more densely populated urban centres.

November saw a sharp 300% increase in bicycle theft, rising from one to four incidents. This jump aligns with seasonal patterns, as colder weather may encourage more cycling and, consequently, more opportunities for theft. Burglary also doubled, moving from one to two cases, though this remains far below the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000. Conversely, robbery fell by 50%, dropping from two to one incident, a trend consistent with the broader reduction in violent crime. The area's violence and sexual offences rate of 1.5 per 1,000 was 42% below the UK average, suggesting effective policing strategies or community interventions. Anti-social behaviour, at 0.8 per 1,000, was 25% below the UK average, indicating a lower prevalence of disruptive incidents in public spaces. These shifts highlight the combination of seasonal factors and local crime dynamics.

Wickford's crime rate in November 2025 fell by 13.6% compared to the previous month, reflecting a sustained downward trend. The 4.6 crimes per 1,000 residents translates to roughly four reported incidents daily, a figure that underscores the area's relatively low crime profile compared to national averages. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 216 residents, a statistic that contextualises the monthly exposure in human terms. With a population of 27,406, the area's size and density likely contribute to the manageable scale of incidents. The decrease from 5.4 to 4.6 per 1,000 residents suggests ongoing community efforts or environmental factors that may be reducing opportunities for crime. These figures, when considered alongside the broader UK context, highlight Wickford's position as a safer built-up area within Basildon. The daily crime count remains consistent with the area's character as a commuter-oriented town where localised policing and community engagement may play a role in maintaining lower crime levels.