Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CM13 · Essex
31
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
CM11 · Essex
22
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Essex has less crime — 22 vs 31 incidents in February 2026.
Brentwood saw somewhat more crime than Essex in February 2026 (31 vs 22 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Brentwood sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (7) and Other theft (2), while Essex has more Drugs (3) and Public order (2). 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, Essex recorded fewer crimes than Brentwood — 22 vs 31 incidents. That is 29% fewer crimes. Essex 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 Essex had more Drugs and Public order. Overall, Essex recorded fewer total crimes (22 vs 31).