Crime in Wickford Castledon, Basildon
Comprehensive safety analysis for Wickford Castledon, localized within Basildon.
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Incident Distribution
| Location Reference | Primary Incidents | Total |
|---|---|---|
| On or near A129 Map | Anti-social behaviour: 3Violence and sexual offences: 2Drugs: 1 | 7 |
| On or near High Street Map | Other theft: 2Public order: 2Anti-social behaviour: 2 | 7 |
| On or near Market Road Map | Burglary: 3Other theft: 1Anti-social behaviour: 1 | 5 |
| On or near Upper Market Road Map | Violence and sexual offences: 2Other theft: 1 | 3 |
| On or near Irvon Hill Road Map | Burglary: 1Public order: 1Bicycle theft: 1 | 3 |
| On or near Bromfords Close Map | Anti-social behaviour: 1Violence and sexual offences: 1 | 2 |
| On or near Parking Area Map | Possession of weapons: 1Criminal damage and arson: 1 | 2 |
| On or near Supermarket Map | Burglary: 1 | 1 |
| On or near Berry Close Map | Violence and sexual offences: 1 | 1 |
| On or near Bridge House Close Map | Anti-social behaviour: 1 | 1 |
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Residents have told us they’re worried about the rise in vehicle thefts, including cases where homes are broken into to steal car keys.
Issued: 5 May 2026
Status Update
Operation Trooper has been launched to investigate and collate any trends involving vehicle thefts. From this, a trend of theft of Fiestas has been identified within Basildon and a suspect has been identified. The main suspect has been arrested and bailed pending further investigation at this time.
Actioned: 5 May 2026
Residents in Wickford have reported on going ASB around the High Street and Cranfield Park Road and BP Garage. Cars have been damaged by catapults and wildlife has suffered in this area.
Issued: 5 May 2026
Status Update
Op Mallard is a High visibility and plain clothes operation to tackle ASB in Wickford and tackle the illegal use of catapults to damage cars and kill wildlife.
Actioned: 5 May 2026
Residents have told us that off-road vehicles, like motorcycles and quad bikes, and E-Scooter are causing a nuisance in the community. They are disruptive and can make people feel unsafe.
Issued: 5 May 2026
Status Update
Neighbourhood Policing Teams are actively enforcing the illegal usage of e-scooters, e-bikes, and pedal bikes in pedestrianised areas in our District, and where appropriate are completing seizures using Section 59 and Section 165 powers.
Actioned: 5 May 2026
Residents have reported drug dealing within their community
Issued: 5 May 2026
Status Update
Following the creation of a dedicated pro-active capability within the NPT, we have seen an increase in intelligence led enforcement activity in recent months, with significant quantities of drugs seized and suspects arrested.
Actioned: 5 May 2026
Engagement Events
Let's Talk - Tesco Express
meetingJoin us and...
- Discuss local policing, raise concerns, and ask questions.
- Find out what we’re doing to keep you safe, address antisocial behaviour and catch criminals.
- Get advice on how you can protect yourself and your property.
On the rare occasions we may need to cancel an event, we’ll notify you by posting on our Facebook page.
2:00 PM — 3:00 PM
Tesco Express, 155 Southend Rd, Wickford SS11 8EE
Let's Talk - BP Radford Way
meetingJoin us and...
- Discuss local policing, raise concerns, and ask questions.
- Find out what we’re doing to keep you safe, address antisocial behaviour and catch criminals.
- Get advice on how you can protect yourself and your property.
On the rare occasions we may need to cancel an event, we’ll notify you by posting on our Facebook page.
6:00 PM — 7:00 PM
BP, Radford Way, Billericay CM12 0BP
Let's Talk - Wickford High Street
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Join us and...
- Discuss local policing, raise concerns, and ask questions.
- Find out what we’re doing to keep you safe, address antisocial behaviour and catch criminals.
- Get advice on how you can protect yourself and your property.
On the rare occasions we may need to cancel an event, we’ll notify you by posting on our Facebook page.
11:00 AM — 12:00 PM
Wickford High Street, High Street, Wickford SS12 9AE
Let's Talk - Tesco Express
meetingJoin us and...
- Discuss local policing, raise concerns, and ask questions.
- Find out what we’re doing to keep you safe, address antisocial behaviour and catch criminals.
- Get advice on how you can protect yourself and your property.
On the rare occasions we may need to cancel an event, we’ll notify you by posting on our Facebook page.
2:00 PM — 3:00 PM
Tesco Express, 155 Southend Rd, Wickford SS11 8EE
Let's Talk - Sainsbury's
meetingJoin us and...
- Discuss local policing, raise concerns, and ask questions.
- Find out what we’re doing to keep you safe, address antisocial behaviour and catch criminals.
- Get advice on how you can protect yourself and your property.
On the rare occasions we may need to cancel an event, we’ll notify you by posting on our Facebook page.
6:00 PM — 7:00 PM
Sainsbury's, Radford Way, Billericay CM12 0EG
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