Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CM12 · Essex
85
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
CM19 · Essex
166
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Billericay has less crime — 85 vs 166 incidents in February 2026.
Harlow recorded notably higher crime than Billericay in February 2026 — 166 vs 85 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Billericay sees higher rates of Shoplifting (12), while Harlow has more Criminal damage & arson (23). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Billericay recorded fewer crimes than Harlow — 85 vs 166 incidents. That is 49% fewer crimes. Billericay is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Billericay saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Harlow had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Billericay recorded fewer total crimes (85 vs 166).