Essex

Is Loughton IG7 safe?

Covering wards: Chigwell with Lambourne, Grange Hill, Loughton Roding, Hainault, Fairlop

Thinking about moving to Loughton IG7? Police recorded 165 crimes here in February 2026. Get the full picture before you commit.

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February 2026 — IG7 area

Official UK Police data

165 crimes recorded
Top crime types
Violence & sexual offences 59
Anti-social behaviour 29
Vehicle crime 16
Near the national average

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Is Loughton IG7 safe to live in?

Loughton IG7 recorded 165 crimes in February 2026. The most common crime type was Violence & sexual offences with 59 incidents. This is near the national average for areas of similar size. Get the full 24-month analysis in our detailed report.

What are the most common crimes in Loughton IG7?

In February 2026, the top crime types in Loughton IG7 were: Violence & sexual offences (59), Anti-social behaviour (29), and Vehicle crime (16). These accounted for 63% of all recorded crime in the area.

How does Loughton IG7 compare to the national average?

Loughton IG7 is near the national average for total recorded crime. This suggests the area has broadly typical crime levels for the UK.

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