Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CM12 · Essex
98
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
CM18 · Essex
295
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Billericay has less crime — 98 vs 295 incidents in April 2026.
Harlow recorded substantially more crime than Billericay in April 2026 — 295 incidents compared to 98, a 3.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Billericay sees higher rates of Shoplifting (25) and Vehicle crime (8), while Harlow has more Anti-social behaviour (33) and Public order (21). Billericay is below the national average while Harlow is above, making Billericay the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Billericay recorded fewer crimes than Harlow — 98 vs 295 incidents. That is 67% fewer crimes. Billericay is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Billericay saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Vehicle crime while Harlow had more Anti-social behaviour and Public order. Overall, Billericay recorded fewer total crimes (98 vs 295).