Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CM15 · Essex
31
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
CM6 · Essex
44
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Brentwood has less crime — 31 vs 44 incidents in February 2026.
Great Dunmow saw somewhat more crime than Brentwood in February 2026 (44 vs 31 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Brentwood sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (3), while Great Dunmow has more Other theft (4). 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 Great Dunmow — 31 vs 44 incidents. That is 30% 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 while Great Dunmow had more Other theft. Overall, Brentwood recorded fewer total crimes (31 vs 44).