Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
RM8 · Greater London
589
crimes in March 2026
Above national average
SS0 · Southend-on-Sea
499
crimes in March 2026
Above national average
Southend-on-Sea has less crime — 499 vs 589 incidents in March 2026.
Barking saw somewhat more crime than Southend-on-Sea in March 2026 (589 vs 499 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Barking sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (59), while Southend-on-Sea has more Shoplifting (78). 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 March 2026 Police data, Southend-on-Sea recorded fewer crimes than Barking — 499 vs 589 incidents. That is 15% fewer crimes. Barking is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In March 2026, Barking saw higher rates of Vehicle crime while Southend-on-Sea had more Shoplifting. Overall, Southend-on-Sea recorded fewer total crimes (499 vs 589).