Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SS4 · Essex
87
crimes in March 2026
Below national average
RM5 · Greater London
187
crimes in March 2026
Near national average
Rochford has less crime — 87 vs 187 incidents in March 2026.
Romford recorded notably higher crime than Rochford in March 2026 — 187 vs 87 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Rochford sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (7), while Romford has more Other theft (19). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on March 2026 Police data, Rochford recorded fewer crimes than Romford — 87 vs 187 incidents. That is 53% fewer crimes. Rochford is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In March 2026, Rochford saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Romford had more Other theft. Overall, Rochford recorded fewer total crimes (87 vs 187).