Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CM3 · Essex
22
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
CM6 · Essex
44
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Danbury has less crime — 22 vs 44 incidents in February 2026.
Great Dunmow recorded notably higher crime than Danbury in February 2026 — 44 vs 22 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Danbury sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (4) and Burglary (2), while Great Dunmow has more Criminal damage & arson (7) and 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, Danbury recorded fewer crimes than Great Dunmow — 22 vs 44 incidents. That is 50% 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 Anti-social behaviour and Burglary while Great Dunmow had more Criminal damage & arson and Other theft. Overall, Danbury recorded fewer total crimes (22 vs 44).