Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
RM14 · Greater London
81
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
RM19 · Thurrock
44
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Thurrock has less crime — 44 vs 81 incidents in April 2026.
Romford recorded notably higher crime than Thurrock in April 2026 — 81 vs 44 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Romford sees higher rates of Shoplifting (17), while Thurrock has more Criminal damage & arson (5). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Thurrock recorded fewer crimes than Romford — 44 vs 81 incidents. That is 46% fewer crimes. Thurrock is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Romford saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Thurrock had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Thurrock recorded fewer total crimes (44 vs 81).