Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
RM9 · Greater London
487
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
SS15 · Essex
203
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Basildon has less crime — 203 vs 487 incidents in February 2026.
Barking recorded notably higher crime than Basildon in February 2026 — 487 vs 203 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Barking sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (47), while Basildon has more Criminal damage & arson (18). 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 — 203 vs 487 incidents. That is 58% 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 (203 vs 487).