Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
RM9 · Greater London
508
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
SS15 · Essex
219
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Basildon has less crime — 219 vs 508 incidents in April 2026.
Barking recorded notably higher crime than Basildon in April 2026 — 508 vs 219 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Barking sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (43), while Basildon has more Criminal damage & arson (17). 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 — 219 vs 508 incidents. That is 57% 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 (219 vs 508).