Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SS5 · Essex
20
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
RM13 · Greater London
282
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Hockley has less crime — 20 vs 282 incidents in April 2026.
Romford recorded substantially more crime than Hockley in April 2026 — 282 incidents compared to 20, a 14.1x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Hockley sees higher rates of Shoplifting (5) and Vehicle crime (4), while Romford has more Anti-social behaviour (51) and Criminal damage & arson (39). Hockley is below the national average while Romford is above, making Hockley the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Hockley recorded fewer crimes than Romford — 20 vs 282 incidents. That is 93% fewer crimes. Hockley is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Hockley saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Vehicle crime while Romford had more Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Hockley recorded fewer total crimes (20 vs 282).