Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CM6 · Essex
44
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
CB10 · Essex
24
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Saffron Walden has less crime — 24 vs 44 incidents in February 2026.
Great Dunmow recorded notably higher crime than Saffron Walden in February 2026 — 44 vs 24 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Great Dunmow sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (7), while Saffron Walden has more 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, Saffron Walden recorded fewer crimes than Great Dunmow — 24 vs 44 incidents. That is 45% fewer crimes. Saffron Walden is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Great Dunmow saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Saffron Walden had more Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Saffron Walden recorded fewer total crimes (24 vs 44).