Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CM3 · Essex
22
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
CM5 · Essex
18
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Ongar has less crime — 18 vs 22 incidents in February 2026.
Danbury saw somewhat more crime than Ongar in February 2026 (22 vs 18 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Danbury sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (4) and Burglary (2), while Ongar has more Vehicle crime (3) and Drugs (2). 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, Ongar recorded fewer crimes than Danbury — 18 vs 22 incidents. That is 18% fewer crimes. Ongar 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 Ongar had more Vehicle crime and Drugs. Overall, Ongar recorded fewer total crimes (18 vs 22).