Massive surge in Thurrock Covid cases

By Neil Speight 18th Dec 2020

Local News

Local News by Neil Speight 18th Dec 2020

Add as Preferred Source

LATEST figures show that Thurrock is now one of the areas in the country most affected by Covid-19.

Newly-published statistics show that the number of cases per 100,000 people in the borough has shot up to 678. The average area in England currently has 172. The new numbers mean Thurrock has the fifth highest figure in the country - Basildon is the second highest with 765 cases per 100,000 people.

In the last full week there were 1,182 new cases, 688 up on the previous week and in total - up to today (17 December) there have been 5,148 confirmed cases in the borough.

There have been 226 coronavirus-related deaths registered.

Download our Nub News App: - It’s FREE and available now
- Breaking news notifications
- Your Town in Your Pocket

The Ball is in your court. Our long-term GOAL is to help our local community to grow.

On our part, we are making a connection between local news, local people and local businesses. It is the key to community success.

Now the ball is in your court.
You can support us with a small payment or at least read us for free.
Take a shot yourself and then pass the ball to your friends!

The Ball is in your court. Our long-term GOAL
is to help our local community to grow.

On our part, we are making a connection between local news, local people and local businesses.
This connection is the key to community success.

Now the ball is in your court.
You can support us with a small payment or at least read us for free.
Take a shot yourself and then pass the ball to your friends!

Monthly supporters will enjoy:
Ad-free experience