Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CM22 · Essex
14
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
CM5 · Essex
23
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Great Hallingbury has less crime — 14 vs 23 incidents in April 2026.
Ongar recorded notably higher crime than Great Hallingbury in April 2026 — 23 vs 14 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Great Hallingbury sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (3) and Other crime (2), while Ongar has more Anti-social behaviour (6) and Criminal damage & arson (3). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Great Hallingbury recorded fewer crimes than Ongar — 14 vs 23 incidents. That is 39% fewer crimes. Great Hallingbury is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Great Hallingbury saw higher rates of Vehicle crime and Other crime while Ongar had more Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Great Hallingbury recorded fewer total crimes (14 vs 23).