Crime Rate in Pitsea North West: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Pitsea North West

The total recorded crimes in Pitsea North West, Basildon, UK in July 2025 are around 177 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Pitsea North West crime rate of 4.95 per 1,000 population.

It's important to note that this crime data is based on the Geographic Boundry data provided by the ONS around Pitsea North West, encompassing approximately 35,766 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (52) incidents (-16.13% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (34) incidents (70.00% increase)
  • Shoplifting: (28) incidents (115.38% increase)
Pitsea North West Crime Hotspots

The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,

  • Bartlow Side with total crimes: 27
  • Headingley Close with total crimes: 19
  • Parking Area with total crimes: 10

How safe is Pitsea North West?

To understand the safety of Pitsea North West, we need to analyze Pitsea North West crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to Basildon:

    • In 2024, Pitsea North West reported a higher crime volume than the Basildon average, with 1,949 crimes compared to 1,285. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Pitsea North West witnessed more crimes than 12 out of 15 other areas in the Basildon.

    • In 2023, Pitsea North West experienced a greater number of crimes than the Basildon average, with 1,850 crimes compared to 1,302. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Pitsea North West witnessed more crimes than 12 out of 15 other areas in the Basildon.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Basildon, Pitsea North West has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

    • The trend in crime rates suggests Negative changes in overall safety.

Pitsea North West Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Pitsea North West has recorded 177 crimes with crime rate of 4.95 ranking 4th out of 15 in the Basildon, UK

In 2024, the total Pitsea North West crimes were 1,949. The crime rate of Pitsea North West in 2024 was 54.49 (year) or 4.54 (month) ranking it 4 dangerous area in the Basildon.

In 2023, the total crimes in Pitsea North West were around 1,850 crimes with yearly crime rate of 51.72 (year) or 4.31 (month) ranking 4 most dangerous area in the Basildon.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Pitsea North West)CrimesRank (Pitsea North West)CrimesRank (Pitsea North West)
St Martin's266 12,586 22,809 1
Fryerns243 22,701 12,745 2
Pitsea South East210 32,271 32,430 3
Nethermayne130 51,816 51,681 5
Lee Chapel North113 71,738 61,569 6
Vange118 61,204 81,488 7
Laindon Park89 81,388 71,371 8
Wickford North55 13956 9925 9
Wickford Park70 9790 10662 11
Billericay West63 12545 12707 10
Crouch66 10467 16451 15
Billericay East35 16609 11579 13
Wickford Castledon63 11529 13605 12
Burstead40 15485 15518 14
Langdon Hills52 14523 14449 16

Pitsea North West Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 52 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 34 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (62 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (20 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (42 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (22 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (62 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (31 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (60 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (26 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 56 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 18 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (55 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (19 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 61 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 16 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (46 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (14 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (53 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (28 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (39 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (17 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (70 incidents) and then Burglary showed a substantial number of incidents (26 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 8 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20252
December 20241
November 20241
October 20242
August 20241

A total of 70 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.83 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20255
May 20255
April 202512
March 20258
February 20255
January 20254
December 20248
November 20247
October 20245
September 20243
August 20244

A total of 87 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.25 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 202510
May 20255
April 20253
March 202512
February 20258
January 20255
December 20248
November 20247
October 202412
September 20246
August 20245

A total of 84 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202512
June 20256
May 20251
April 20257
March 20253
February 20255
January 202510
December 20243
November 20248
October 20247
September 20248
August 202414

A total of 188 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 15.67 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 28 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202528
June 202513
May 202522
April 202523
March 20256
February 202518
January 202510
December 20249
November 202414
October 202425
September 20248
August 202412

A total of 183 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 15.25 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 23 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202511
June 202516
May 202510
April 202516
March 202518
February 202517
January 202514
December 202416
November 202413
October 202420
September 20249
August 202423

A total of 658 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 54.83 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 70 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202552
June 202562
May 202542
April 202562
March 202560
February 202556
January 202555
December 202461
November 202446
October 202453
September 202439
August 202470

A total of 100 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.33 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20258
June 20255
May 20255
April 20254
March 20255
February 20257
January 20256
December 20249
November 20248
October 20247
September 202410
August 202426

A total of 184 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 15.33 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202510
June 202510
May 202520
April 202517
March 202526
February 202517
January 202510
December 202413
November 202413
October 202413
September 202415
August 202420

A total of 235 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 19.58 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 34 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202534
June 202520
May 202516
April 202531
March 202516
February 202516
January 202519
December 20248
November 202410
October 202428
September 202417
August 202420

A total of 35 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.50 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20255
May 20252
April 20255
March 20253
January 20253
December 20244
November 20242
October 20245
September 20241

A total of 18 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
May 20255
April 20252
February 20251
January 20251
November 20243
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 15 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20252
May 20251
April 20251
March 20252
December 20242
November 20241
October 20241
August 20242

A total of 8 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20251
April 20251
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
August 20241

High Crime Locations Pitsea North West in July 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Pitsea North West postcode area is presented below.

1. Bartlow Side (Map)
Total27
Shoplifting17
Anti-social behaviour4
Public order4
Violence and sexual offences2
2. Headingley Close (Map)
Total19
Shoplifting10
Violence and sexual offences3
Public order2
Bicycle theft1
Drugs1
Other theft1
Vehicle crime1
3. Parking Area (Map)
Total10
Anti-social behaviour6
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
4. Mill Green (Map)
Total8
Anti-social behaviour7
Other theft1
5. Fyefields (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences4
Criminal damage and arson1
Drugs1
Public order1
6. Northlands Place (Map)
Total7
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences2
Burglary1
Criminal damage and arson1
Other crime1
7. Delvins (Map)
Total6
Possession of weapons3
Other crime1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Havengore (Map)
Total6
Criminal damage and arson2
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Robbery1
9. Ashfields (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
10. Bradley Green (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Burglary1
Public order1

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