Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
RM10 · Greater London
363
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
SS13 · Essex
268
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Basildon has less crime — 268 vs 363 incidents in February 2026.
Barking saw somewhat more crime than Basildon in February 2026 (363 vs 268 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Barking sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (53) and Vehicle crime (34), while Basildon has more Shoplifting (27) and Criminal damage & arson (26). 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 February 2026 Police data, Basildon recorded fewer crimes than Barking — 268 vs 363 incidents. That is 26% fewer crimes. Barking is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Barking saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Vehicle crime while Basildon had more Shoplifting and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Basildon recorded fewer total crimes (268 vs 363).