Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CM11 · Essex
22
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
CB10 · Essex
24
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Essex has less crime — 22 vs 24 incidents in February 2026.
Essex and Saffron Walden recorded very similar overall crime levels in February 2026 — 22 and 24 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Essex sees higher rates of Drugs (3) and Public order (2), while Saffron Walden has more Other theft (4) and Anti-social behaviour (3). 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, Essex recorded fewer crimes than Saffron Walden — 22 vs 24 incidents. That is 8% fewer crimes. Essex is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Essex saw higher rates of Drugs and Public order while Saffron Walden had more Other theft and Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Essex recorded fewer total crimes (22 vs 24).