Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
RM2 · Greater London
244
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
RM20 · Thurrock
279
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Romford has less crime — 244 vs 279 incidents in February 2026.
Romford and Thurrock recorded very similar overall crime levels in February 2026 — 244 and 279 incidents respectively. 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 February 2026 Police data, Romford recorded fewer crimes than Thurrock — 244 vs 279 incidents. That is 13% fewer crimes. Thurrock is above the national average.
In February 2026, Romford's top crime category was Violence & sexual offences (69 incidents) while Thurrock's was Shoplifting (103 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.