Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CM3 · Essex
22
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
CM9 · Essex
34
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Danbury has less crime — 22 vs 34 incidents in February 2026.
Heybridge recorded notably higher crime than Danbury in February 2026 — 34 vs 22 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Danbury sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (4) and Burglary (2), while Heybridge has more Shoplifting (7) and Public order (5). 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 Heybridge — 22 vs 34 incidents. That is 35% 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 Heybridge had more Shoplifting and Public order. Overall, Danbury recorded fewer total crimes (22 vs 34).