Epping vs Woodditton — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Epping

CM16 · Essex

63

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences29
  • Anti-social behaviour11
  • Shoplifting6

Woodditton

CB8 · Cambridgeshire

6

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences2
  • Drugs1
  • Burglary1

Woodditton has less crime — 6 vs 63 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Epping recorded substantially more crime than Woodditton in February 2026 — 63 incidents compared to 6, a 10.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Epping sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (11) and Shoplifting (6), while Woodditton has more Drugs (1) and Burglary (1). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Epping or Woodditton safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Woodditton recorded fewer crimes than Epping — 6 vs 63 incidents. That is 90% fewer crimes. Woodditton is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Epping and Woodditton?

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Epping saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Shoplifting while Woodditton had more Drugs and Burglary. Overall, Woodditton recorded fewer total crimes (6 vs 63).

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