Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
RM6 · Greater London
508
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
RM9 · Greater London
508
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Both areas recorded the same number of crimes (508) in April 2026.
Barking and Barking recorded very similar overall crime levels in April 2026 — 508 and 508 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Barking sees higher rates of Shoplifting (53), while Barking has more Vehicle crime (43). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.
Full reports cover 24 months of trends, ward breakdowns, outcome rates, and a detailed safety score — from £4.99.
Barking and Barking recorded identical crime totals in April 2026 (508 incidents each). The full reports reveal differences in crime type and trend that the headline figure doesn't capture.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Barking saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Barking had more Vehicle crime. Total crime levels were similar.