Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SS13 · Essex
268
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
RM14 · Greater London
70
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Romford has less crime — 70 vs 268 incidents in February 2026.
Basildon recorded substantially more crime than Romford in February 2026 — 268 incidents compared to 70, a 3.8x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Basildon sees higher rates of Shoplifting (27) and Criminal damage & arson (26), while Romford has more Anti-social behaviour (21) and Vehicle crime (9). Basildon sits above the national average for recorded crime while Romford is below — a significant gap for anyone weighing up the two.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Romford recorded fewer crimes than Basildon — 70 vs 268 incidents. That is 74% fewer crimes. Romford is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Basildon saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Criminal damage & arson while Romford had more Anti-social behaviour and Vehicle crime. Overall, Romford recorded fewer total crimes (70 vs 268).