Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
RM8 · Greater London
501
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
SS14 · Essex
334
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Basildon has less crime — 334 vs 501 incidents in February 2026.
Barking recorded notably higher crime than Basildon in February 2026 — 501 vs 334 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Barking sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (45), while Basildon has more Criminal damage & arson (25). 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 — 334 vs 501 incidents. That is 33% fewer crimes. Barking is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Barking saw higher rates of Vehicle crime while Basildon had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Basildon recorded fewer total crimes (334 vs 501).