Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
RM9 · Greater London
508
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
SS14 · Essex
500
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Basildon has less crime — 500 vs 508 incidents in April 2026.
Barking and Basildon recorded very similar overall crime levels in April 2026 — 508 and 500 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Barking sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (43), while Basildon has more Criminal damage & arson (37). 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, Basildon recorded fewer crimes than Barking — 500 vs 508 incidents. That is 2% fewer crimes. Barking is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Barking saw higher rates of Vehicle crime while Basildon had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Basildon recorded fewer total crimes (500 vs 508).