Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SS6 · Essex
100
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
RM11 · Greater London
199
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Rayleigh has less crime — 100 vs 199 incidents in February 2026.
Romford recorded notably higher crime than Rayleigh in February 2026 — 199 vs 100 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Rayleigh sees higher rates of Drugs (11) and Shoplifting (11), while Romford has more Anti-social behaviour (39) and Vehicle crime (21). Rayleigh is below the national average while Romford is above, making Rayleigh the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Rayleigh recorded fewer crimes than Romford — 100 vs 199 incidents. That is 50% fewer crimes. Rayleigh is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Rayleigh saw higher rates of Drugs and Shoplifting while Romford had more Anti-social behaviour and Vehicle crime. Overall, Rayleigh recorded fewer total crimes (100 vs 199).