Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
RM8 · Greater London
550
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
RM20 · Thurrock
234
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Thurrock has less crime — 234 vs 550 incidents in April 2026.
Barking recorded notably higher crime than Thurrock in April 2026 — 550 vs 234 incidents. 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, Thurrock recorded fewer crimes than Barking — 234 vs 550 incidents. That is 57% fewer crimes. Barking is above the national average.
In April 2026, Barking's top crime category was Violence & sexual offences (197 incidents) while Thurrock's was Shoplifting (73 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.