WD22 Intelligence Updated April 2026Source: Essex Police Police

Crime in Wickford Park, Basildon

Comprehensive safety analysis for Wickford Park, localized within Basildon.

Total Crimes

75
trending_down -19.4% MoM

Annual Crime Rate

71.59per 1k
trending_up +2.7% 12m Trend

Safety Rating

Moderate

Total Population

9,917

12-Month Crime Trend

Monthly Totals

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Crime Categories

Anti-social Behaviour22
Violence & Sexual Offences19
Criminal Damage & Arson10
Shoplifting7
Other Theft7
Drug Offences4
Vehicle Crime4
Burglary1
Public Order1

Incident Distribution

Location ReferencePrimary IncidentsTotal
On or near Petrol Station Map
Shoplifting: 7Anti-social behaviour: 4Vehicle crime: 1
12
On or near Sports/Recreation Area Map
Anti-social behaviour: 6Drugs: 1
7
On or near Hovefields Avenue Map
Other theft: 3Drugs: 2
5
On or near Barbour Green Map
Anti-social behaviour: 2Vehicle crime: 1Criminal damage and arson: 1
4
On or near Duncan Close Map
Anti-social behaviour: 3
3
On or near Cedar Avenue Map
Violence and sexual offences: 2Criminal damage and arson: 1
3
On or near Honiley Avenue Map
Other theft: 1Violence and sexual offences: 1
2
On or near Staffa Close Map
Violence and sexual offences: 2
2
On or near Campbell Close Map
Burglary: 1Other theft: 1
2
On or near Maclaren Way Map
Violence and sexual offences: 2
2

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City Ranking

Safety comparison within Basildon district.

Local Rank

#8safest in Basildon

City Average

91.79per 1k

Local Policing

Wickford

Essex Police

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Local Priorities

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

JUN18

Let's Talk - Miracle House

meeting

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- 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.

schedule

11:00 AM — 12:00 PM

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Miracle House, Silva Island Way, Wickford SS12 9NR

JUN19

Let's Talk - Basildon Centre

meeting

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- 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.

schedule

11:00 AM — 12:00 PM

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Basildon Centre, The, St. Martins Square, Basildon SS14 1EE

JUN19

Let's Talk - Tesco Express

meeting

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- 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.

schedule

11:00 AM — 12:00 PM

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Tesco Express, 155 Southend Rd, Wickford SS11 8EE

JUN21

Let's Talk - Wickford High Street

meeting

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- 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.

schedule

2:00 PM — 3:00 PM

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Wickford High Street, High Street, Wickford SS12 9AE

JUN25

Let's Talk - Mother's Kitchen

meeting

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- 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.

schedule

9:00 AM — 10:00 AM

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Mother's Kitchen, 6 Felmores End, Pitsea, Basildon SS13 1PN

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