Crime in Langdon Hills: statistics, rates and trends
1,518 crimes were recorded in Langdon Hills in the 12 months to July 2026, 97.1 per 1,000 residents. That is close to the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 17% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Langdon Hills at a glance
- Crime trends in Langdon Hills
- Types of crime in Langdon Hills
- Langdon Hills compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Langdon Hills
- What happened after crimes were reported in Langdon Hills
- Population and deprivation in Langdon Hills
- Questions about crime in Langdon Hills
- About this data
1,518 crimes were recorded in Langdon Hills in the 12 months to July 2026, 97.1 per 1,000 residents. That is close to the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 17% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 710 reports (47% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Langdon Hills has the 1,318th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Langdon Hills | Basildon | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 1,518 | 19,018 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 97.1 | 98.2 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +17% | +2% | -1% |
| Population | 15,636 | 193,632 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Langdon Hills was highest in the year to July 2026 (1,518 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2018 (1,238). Over the whole period it rose 23%, against a fall of 4% across England and Wales. Rates use today's population for every year, so they show the direction of change rather than exact historic rates.
| Period | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year to July 2026 | 1,518 | 97.1 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 1,298 | 83.0 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 1,389 | 88.8 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 1,296 | 82.9 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 1,366 | 87.4 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 1,397 | 89.3 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 1,447 | 92.5 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 1,359 | 86.9 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 1,238 | 79.2 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 151 |
| June 2026 | 124 |
| May 2026 | 148 |
| April 2026 | 116 |
| March 2026 | 110 |
| February 2026 | 105 |
| January 2026 | 110 |
| December 2025 | 126 |
| November 2025 | 111 |
| October 2025 | 130 |
| September 2025 | 125 |
| August 2025 | 162 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Langdon Hills over the 12 months to July 2026. The index compares the local rate with England and Wales: 1.00 is the national rate, 2.00 is double it. Rates were well above the national level for violence and sexual offences, shoplifting.
The largest increases were in shoplifting (+106%) and drugs (+59%). The largest falls were in vehicle crime (-42%) and burglary (-36%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 710 | 45.4 | 1.33 | +36% |
| Shoplifting | 177 | 11.3 | 1.37 | +106% |
| Public order | 112 | 7.2 | 1.08 | +13% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 104 | 6.7 | 0.43 | +3% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 104 | 6.7 | 0.98 | +18% |
| Other theft | 79 | 5.1 | 0.79 | -35% |
| Vehicle crime | 76 | 4.9 | 0.99 | -42% |
| Drugs | 54 | 3.5 | 1.06 | +59% |
| Burglary | 36 | 2.3 | 0.65 | -36% |
| Other crime | 32 | 2.0 | 0.97 | +7% |
| Bicycle theft | 9 | 0.6 | 0.70 | +200% |
| Theft from the person | 9 | 0.6 | 0.34 | +50% |
| Possession of weapons | 8 | 0.5 | 0.53 | -33% |
| Robbery | 8 | 0.5 | 0.38 | -27% |
Violence and sexual offences in Langdon Hills
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Langdon Hills recorded 710 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (45.4 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 36% on the year before. It made up 46.8% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Langdon Hills
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Langdon Hills recorded 177 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (11.3 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 106% on the year before. It made up 11.7% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Langdon Hills
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Langdon Hills recorded 112 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.2 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and up 13% on the year before. It made up 7.4% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Langdon Hills
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Langdon Hills recorded 104 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 3% on the year before. It made up 6.9% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Langdon Hills
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Langdon Hills recorded 104 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.7 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and up 18% on the year before. It made up 6.9% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Langdon Hills
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Langdon Hills recorded 79 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 35% on the year before. It made up 5.2% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Langdon Hills
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Langdon Hills recorded 76 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.9 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 42% on the year before. It made up 5.0% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Langdon Hills
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Langdon Hills recorded 54 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.5 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 59% on the year before. It made up 3.6% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Langdon Hills
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Langdon Hills recorded 36 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 36% on the year before. It made up 2.4% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Langdon Hills
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Langdon Hills recorded 32 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.0 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 7% on the year before. It made up 2.1% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Langdon Hills
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Langdon Hills recorded 9 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and up 200% on the year before. It made up 0.6% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Langdon Hills
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Langdon Hills recorded 9 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and up 50% on the year before. It made up 0.6% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Langdon Hills
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Langdon Hills recorded 8 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and down 33% on the year before. It made up 0.5% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Langdon Hills
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Langdon Hills recorded 8 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and down 27% on the year before. It made up 0.5% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Langdon Hills, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Langdon Hills.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Langdon Hills |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lee Chapel North | 1,370 | 87.7 | -10% |
| Laindon Park | 1,168 | 83.1 | -14% |
| Nethermayne | 1,392 | 95.8 | -1% |
| St Martin's | 2,571 | 175.2 | +80% |
| Fryerns | 2,625 | 163.6 | +69% |
| Burstead | 588 | 44.7 | -54% |
| Pitsea South East | 2,233 | 157.8 | +63% |
| Pitsea North West | 1,736 | 133.2 | +37% |
Police.uk records each crime at an approximate location, usually the centre of a nearby street or a landmark, to protect victims' privacy. These are the locations with the most reports in Langdon Hills over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Hospital | 575 |
| On or near Further/Higher Educational Building | 194 |
| On or near Fauners | 28 |
| On or near Paprills | 28 |
| On or near Alexander Road | 24 |
| On or near Burr Close | 22 |
| On or near Takely End | 22 |
| On or near High Road | 21 |
| On or near Parking Area | 19 |
| On or near Great Gregorie | 18 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Langdon Hills over the 12 months to July 2026. Many cases are still open when the data is published, and anti-social behaviour has no outcome recorded, so these shares change as investigations finish.
| Outcome | Crimes | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 597 | 39.3% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 388 | 25.6% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 133 | 8.8% |
| Not recorded | 104 | 6.9% |
| Under investigation | 94 | 6.2% |
| Court result unavailable | 88 | 5.8% |
| Local resolution | 41 | 2.7% |
| Status update unavailable | 22 | 1.4% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 17 | 1.1% |
| Offender given a caution | 16 | 1.1% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 15 | 1.0% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 3 | 0.2% |
Langdon Hills has an estimated population of 15,636. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Langdon Hills sits in decile 7.4, less deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Langdon Hills |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 20.5% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 63.4% |
| Aged 65 and over | 16.0% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 74.4% |
| Social rented homes | 11.9% |
| Private rented homes | 13.6% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 7.4 |
Is Langdon Hills a safe place to live?
Langdon Hills recorded 97.1 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, close to the England and Wales rate of 96.4. Crime is concentrated in a small number of places within most areas, often busy centres and transport hubs, so the rate for a single street can differ a lot from the area as a whole.
What is the most common crime in Langdon Hills?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 710 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by shoplifting (177).
Is crime in Langdon Hills going up or down?
Recorded crime in Langdon Hills was up 17% on the year before: 1,518 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 1,298 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Langdon Hills?
Langdon Hills is policed by Essex. Non-emergency crimes can be reported online to the force or by calling 101; in an emergency call 999.
How are these crime rates calculated?
Each rate is the number of crimes recorded by the police in the 12 months to July 2026, divided by the resident population and multiplied by 1,000. Crime data is from data.police.uk and population estimates are from the Office for National Statistics.
Figures are police-recorded crime published on data.police.uk, covering August 2017 to July 2026. Each crime is counted in the small area (LSOA) where it was recorded and added up to Langdon Hills. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.