Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CM7 · Essex
68
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
CM15 · Essex
34
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Brentwood has less crime — 34 vs 68 incidents in April 2026.
Braintree recorded notably higher crime than Brentwood in April 2026 — 68 vs 34 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Braintree sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (15) and Other theft (5), while Brentwood has more Vehicle crime (8) and Drugs (3). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Brentwood recorded fewer crimes than Braintree — 34 vs 68 incidents. That is 50% fewer crimes. Brentwood is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Braintree saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Other theft while Brentwood had more Vehicle crime and Drugs. Overall, Brentwood recorded fewer total crimes (34 vs 68).