Barking vs Barking — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Barking

RM10 · Greater London

363

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences130
  • Anti-social behaviour53
  • Vehicle crime34

Barking

RM9 · Greater London

487

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences178
  • Anti-social behaviour70
  • Vehicle crime47

Barking has less crime — 363 vs 487 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Barking saw somewhat more crime than Barking in February 2026 (487 vs 363 incidents). Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their most common crime type, though Barking records significantly more (178 vs 130 incidents). 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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Frequently asked questions

Is Barking or Barking safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Barking recorded fewer crimes than Barking — 363 vs 487 incidents. That is 25% fewer crimes. Barking is above the national average.

What are the main differences in crime between Barking and Barking?

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In February 2026, Barking recorded 130 incidents of this type vs 178 in Barking. Overall, Barking had fewer total crimes (363 vs 487).

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