Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SS14 · Essex
334
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
RM2 · Greater London
244
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Romford has less crime — 244 vs 334 incidents in February 2026.
Basildon saw somewhat more crime than Romford in February 2026 (334 vs 244 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Basildon sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (25), while Romford has more Shoplifting (23). 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, Romford recorded fewer crimes than Basildon — 244 vs 334 incidents. That is 27% fewer crimes. Basildon is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Basildon saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Romford had more Shoplifting. Overall, Romford recorded fewer total crimes (244 vs 334).