Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CM11 · Essex
22
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
CM21 · Hertfordshire
29
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Essex has less crime — 22 vs 29 incidents in February 2026.
Sawbridgeworth saw somewhat more crime than Essex in February 2026 (29 vs 22 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Essex sees higher rates of Drugs (3) and Public order (2), while Sawbridgeworth has more Anti-social behaviour (8) and Other theft (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, Essex recorded fewer crimes than Sawbridgeworth — 22 vs 29 incidents. That is 24% 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 Sawbridgeworth had more Anti-social behaviour and Other theft. Overall, Essex recorded fewer total crimes (22 vs 29).