Barking vs Southend-on-Sea — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Barking

RM6 · Greater London

499

crimes in March 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences193
  • Anti-social behaviour91
  • Shoplifting48

Southend-on-Sea

SS0 · Southend-on-Sea

499

crimes in March 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences212
  • Shoplifting78
  • Anti-social behaviour56

Both areas recorded the same number of crimes (499) in March 2026.

What the data shows

Barking and Southend-on-Sea recorded very similar overall crime levels in March 2026 — 499 and 499 incidents respectively. Both areas share a near-identical crime profile, with Violence & sexual offences dominating in each. 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 Southend-on-Sea safer?

Barking and Southend-on-Sea recorded identical crime totals in March 2026 (499 incidents each). The full reports reveal differences in crime type and trend that the headline figure doesn't capture.

What are the main differences in crime between Barking and Southend-on-Sea?

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In March 2026, Barking recorded 193 incidents of this type vs 212 in Southend-on-Sea. Total crime levels were broadly similar.

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