Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
RM10 · Greater London
463
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
RM6 · Greater London
508
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Barking has less crime — 463 vs 508 incidents in April 2026.
Barking and Barking recorded very similar overall crime levels in April 2026 — 463 and 508 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Barking sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (47), while Barking has more Shoplifting (53). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Barking recorded fewer crimes than Barking — 463 vs 508 incidents. That is 9% fewer crimes. Barking is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Barking saw higher rates of Vehicle crime while Barking had more Shoplifting. Overall, Barking recorded fewer total crimes (463 vs 508).