Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CM3 · Essex
22
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
CM16 · Essex
63
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Danbury has less crime — 22 vs 63 incidents in February 2026.
Epping recorded substantially more crime than Danbury in February 2026 — 63 incidents compared to 22, a 2.9x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Danbury sees higher rates of Burglary (2), while Epping has more 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, Danbury recorded fewer crimes than Epping — 22 vs 63 incidents. That is 65% fewer crimes. Danbury is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Danbury saw higher rates of Burglary while Epping had more Shoplifting. Overall, Danbury recorded fewer total crimes (22 vs 63).