Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CM23 · Hertfordshire
218
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
CM18 · Essex
295
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Bishops Stortford has less crime — 218 vs 295 incidents in April 2026.
Harlow saw somewhat more crime than Bishops Stortford in April 2026 (295 vs 218 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Bishops Stortford sees higher rates of Shoplifting (35), while Harlow has more Public order (21). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Bishops Stortford recorded fewer crimes than Harlow — 218 vs 295 incidents. That is 26% fewer crimes. Harlow is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Bishops Stortford saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Harlow had more Public order. Overall, Bishops Stortford recorded fewer total crimes (218 vs 295).