Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CM13 · Essex
31
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
CM16 · Essex
63
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Brentwood has less crime — 31 vs 63 incidents in February 2026.
Epping recorded notably higher crime than Brentwood in February 2026 — 63 vs 31 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Brentwood sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (7) and Other theft (2), while Epping has more Anti-social behaviour (11) and Shoplifting (6). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Brentwood recorded fewer crimes than Epping — 31 vs 63 incidents. That is 51% fewer crimes. Brentwood is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Brentwood saw higher rates of Vehicle crime and Other theft while Epping had more Anti-social behaviour and Shoplifting. Overall, Brentwood recorded fewer total crimes (31 vs 63).