Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
RM7 · Greater London
590
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
SS2 · Southend-on-Sea
706
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Romford has less crime — 590 vs 706 incidents in April 2026.
Southend-on-Sea saw somewhat more crime than Romford in April 2026 (706 vs 590 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Romford sees higher rates of Shoplifting (91), while Southend-on-Sea has more Criminal damage & arson (60). 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 April 2026 Police data, Romford recorded fewer crimes than Southend-on-Sea — 590 vs 706 incidents. That is 16% fewer crimes. Southend-on-Sea is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Romford saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Southend-on-Sea had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Romford recorded fewer total crimes (590 vs 706).