Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
RM8 · Greater London
550
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
RM9 · Greater London
508
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Barking has less crime — 508 vs 550 incidents in April 2026.
Barking and Barking recorded very similar overall crime levels in April 2026 — 550 and 508 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Barking sees higher rates of Shoplifting (58), 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.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Barking recorded fewer crimes than Barking — 508 vs 550 incidents. That is 8% fewer crimes. Barking is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Barking saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Barking had more Vehicle crime. Overall, Barking recorded fewer total crimes (508 vs 550).