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Safety scores are calculated using official crime data from data.police.uk. Scores range from 0-100, where 100 is the safest. The score considers total crime volume, crime types, and population density.

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Elm Park vs Rainham and Wennington

Q: Is Elm Park or Rainham and Wennington safer?

Based on the latest crime data from July 2026, Rainham and Wennington and Elm Park have been compared using official police statistics. Check the safety scores above to see which area has lower crime rates.

London crime comparison • July 2026

🏆 Safer Neighbourhood

Rainham and Wennington

Score 41/100

Elm Park

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Comparison Summary

When comparing Elm Park and Rainham and Wennington, Rainham and Wennington is safer than Elm Park. Elm Park has a safety score of 37/100, which is considered below average for London. Rainham and Wennington scores 41/100, rated as average.

The 4-point difference suggests similar crime levels in both areas. These scores are based on official Metropolitan Police crime data from July 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is safer, Elm Park or Rainham and Wennington?

Rainham and Wennington is safer with a score of 41/100 compared to Elm Park's 37/100.

Is Elm Park a safe place to live?

Elm Park has a safety score of 37/100, which is below average compared to other London neighbourhoods. Extra caution is advised in this area.

How are these safety scores calculated?

Safety scores are based on official crime data from the Metropolitan Police. Each neighbourhood is ranked against all other UK neighbourhoods, with 100 being the safest and 0 the least safe. Scores account for violent crime, property crime, and anti-social behaviour.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Elm Park or Rainham and Wennington safer?

Compare the safety scores above to see which area has lower crime rates based on official July 2026 data from data.police.uk.

How are safety scores calculated?

Scores range from 0-100 (100 = safest) and consider total crime volume, crime types, and area demographics using official UK police data.

How often is the data updated?

Crime data is updated monthly from the UK Police API. Our latest data covers July 2026.

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