Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CM7 · Essex
37
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
CM8 · Essex
125
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Braintree has less crime — 37 vs 125 incidents in February 2026.
Witham recorded substantially more crime than Braintree in February 2026 — 125 incidents compared to 37, a 3.4x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Braintree sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (4) and Shoplifting (3), while Witham has more Public order (22) and Anti-social behaviour (13). 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, Braintree recorded fewer crimes than Witham — 37 vs 125 incidents. That is 70% fewer crimes. Braintree is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Braintree saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson and Shoplifting while Witham had more Public order and Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Braintree recorded fewer total crimes (37 vs 125).