Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CM13 · Essex
31
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
CM19 · Essex
166
crimes in February 2026
Near national average
Brentwood has less crime — 31 vs 166 incidents in February 2026.
Harlow recorded substantially more crime than Brentwood in February 2026 — 166 incidents compared to 31, a 5.4x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Brentwood sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (7) and Other theft (2), while Harlow has more Anti-social behaviour (26) and Criminal damage & arson (23). 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, Brentwood recorded fewer crimes than Harlow — 31 vs 166 incidents. That is 81% 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 Harlow had more Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Brentwood recorded fewer total crimes (31 vs 166).