Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CM12 · Essex
85
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
CB9 · Suffolk
146
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Billericay has less crime — 85 vs 146 incidents in February 2026.
Haverhill recorded notably higher crime than Billericay in February 2026 — 146 vs 85 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Billericay sees higher rates of Shoplifting (12) and Anti-social behaviour (8), while Haverhill has more Criminal damage & arson (16) and Other theft (14). 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 Haverhill — 85 vs 146 incidents. That is 42% 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 and Anti-social behaviour while Haverhill had more Criminal damage & arson and Other theft. Overall, Billericay recorded fewer total crimes (85 vs 146).