Crime Rate in Wickford Castledon: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Wickford Castledon

The total recorded crimes in Wickford Castledon, Basildon, UK in May 2025 are around 61 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Wickford Castledon crime rate of 4.17 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 Wickford Castledon, encompassing approximately 14,620 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (21) incidents (16.67% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (21) incidents (-8.70% decrease)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (5) incidents (-50.00% decrease)
Wickford Castledon Crime Hotspots

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

  • Market Road with total crimes: 10
  • A129 with total crimes: 9
  • High Street with total crimes: 9

How safe is Wickford Castledon?

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

  • Relative to Basildon:

    • In 2024, Wickford Castledon demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Basildon average, with 529 crimes compared to 1285.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Wickford Castledon recorded fewer crimes than 12 out of 15 other areas in the Basildon.

    • In 2023, Wickford Castledon had fewer crimes than the Basildon average, with 605 crimes compared to 1,302. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Wickford Castledon recorded fewer crimes than 11 out of 15 other areas in the Basildon.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Basildon, Wickford Castledon has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Wickford Castledon Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Wickford Castledon has recorded 61 crimes with crime rate of 4.17 ranking 10th out of 15 in the Basildon, UK

In 2024, the total Wickford Castledon crimes were 529. The crime rate of Wickford Castledon in 2024 was 36.18 (year) or 3.02 (month) ranking it 13 dangerous area in the Basildon.

In 2023, the total crimes in Wickford Castledon were around 605 crimes with yearly crime rate of 41.38 (year) or 3.45 (month) ranking 12 most dangerous area in the Basildon.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Wickford Castledon)CrimesRank (Wickford Castledon)CrimesRank (Wickford Castledon)
St Martin's184 32,586 22,809 1
Fryerns255 12,701 12,745 2
Pitsea South East213 22,271 32,430 3
Pitsea North West135 41,949 41,850 4
Nethermayne118 61,816 51,681 5
Lee Chapel North131 51,738 61,569 6
Vange97 81,204 81,488 7
Laindon Park101 71,388 71,371 8
Wickford North71 9956 9925 9
Billericay West33 16545 12707 10
Wickford Park56 11790 10662 11
Billericay East42 13609 11579 13
Langdon Hills47 12523 14449 16
Burstead36 15485 15518 14
Crouch41 14467 16451 15

Wickford Castledon Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (21 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (21 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (23 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (18 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (22 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (8 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 15 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (7 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 21 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 10 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (11 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (11 incidents), followed by Burglary also remained a significant concern (9 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (16 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (3 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (12 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (7 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 18 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 13 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (26 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (24 cases).

In May 2024, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (12 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (7 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 57 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.38 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
April 20251
March 20253
February 20255
January 20251
December 202410
November 20243
October 20248
September 20243
August 20242
July 20243
June 202412
May 20242

A total of 137 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 10.54 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202521
April 202518
March 20258
February 20255
January 20255
December 20244
November 20243
October 20248
September 20242
August 202412
July 202413
June 202426
May 202412

A total of 203 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 15.62 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202521
April 202523
March 202522
February 202515
January 20257
December 202421
November 202411
October 202411
September 202416
August 20247
July 202418
June 202424
May 20247

A total of 30 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20252
March 20254
February 20253
January 20251
December 20244
November 20242
September 20241
August 20241
July 20242
June 20246
May 20241

A total of 60 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 5.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20255
April 202510
March 20256
February 20253
January 20254
December 20241
November 20246
October 20247
August 20243
July 20245
June 20246
May 20244

A total of 33 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.30 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
March 20252
February 20252
January 20252
November 20243
October 20249
September 20241
August 20243
June 20244
May 20246

A total of 5 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20251
March 20251
September 20241

A total of 43 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.91 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20255
March 20254
February 20252
December 20241
November 20241
October 20243
September 20242
July 20248
June 202412
May 20244

A total of 18 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
March 20252
January 20251
December 20241
November 20244
October 20243
June 20244
May 20241

A total of 15 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.14 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
March 20253
February 20251
January 20253
December 20243
November 20242
May 20242

A total of 12 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

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

A total of 3 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
October 20241
July 20241

A total of 1 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251

A total of 8 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
December 20242
November 20241
July 20242
June 20242

High Crime Locations Wickford Castledon in May 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Wickford Castledon postcode area is presented below.

1. Market Road (Map)
Total10
Anti-social behaviour4
Violence and sexual offences4
Criminal damage and arson1
Shoplifting1
2. A129 (Map)
Total9
Anti-social behaviour5
Violence and sexual offences4
3. High Street (Map)
Total9
Anti-social behaviour5
Criminal damage and arson1
Other crime1
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Upper Market Road (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
Robbery1
Vehicle crime1
5. Supermarket (Map)
Total3
Burglary1
Criminal damage and arson1
Robbery1
6. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Public order1
7. Hyde Way (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
8. Keats Way (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
9. North Crescent (Map)
Total2
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Parking Area (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2

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