Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CM3 · Essex
22
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
CM18 · Essex
286
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Danbury has less crime — 22 vs 286 incidents in February 2026.
Harlow recorded substantially more crime than Danbury in February 2026 — 286 incidents compared to 22, a 13.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Danbury sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (4) and Burglary (2), while Harlow has more Shoplifting (26) and Criminal damage & arson (26). Danbury is below the national average while Harlow is above, making Danbury the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Danbury recorded fewer crimes than Harlow — 22 vs 286 incidents. That is 92% 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 Harlow had more Shoplifting and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Danbury recorded fewer total crimes (22 vs 286).