Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CM22 · Essex
14
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
CM8 · Essex
164
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
Great Hallingbury has less crime — 14 vs 164 incidents in April 2026.
Witham recorded substantially more crime than Great Hallingbury in April 2026 — 164 incidents compared to 14, a 11.7x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Great Hallingbury sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (3) and Other crime (2), while Witham has more Anti-social behaviour (32) and Public order (13). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Great Hallingbury recorded fewer crimes than Witham — 14 vs 164 incidents. That is 91% 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 Witham had more Anti-social behaviour and Public order. Overall, Great Hallingbury recorded fewer total crimes (14 vs 164).