Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CO14 · Essex
36
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
CB10 · Essex
24
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Saffron Walden has less crime — 24 vs 36 incidents in February 2026.
Frinton and Walton recorded notably higher crime than Saffron Walden in February 2026 — 36 vs 24 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Frinton and Walton sees higher rates of Shoplifting (3), while Saffron Walden has more Other theft (4). 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, Saffron Walden recorded fewer crimes than Frinton and Walton — 24 vs 36 incidents. That is 33% fewer crimes. Saffron Walden is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Frinton and Walton saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Saffron Walden had more Other theft. Overall, Saffron Walden recorded fewer total crimes (24 vs 36).