Harlow vs Haverhill — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Harlow

CM17 · Essex

108

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences43
  • Anti-social behaviour16
  • Vehicle crime15

Haverhill

CB9 · Suffolk

160

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences82
  • Anti-social behaviour14
  • Criminal damage & arson13

Harlow has less crime — 108 vs 160 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Haverhill saw somewhat more crime than Harlow in April 2026 (160 vs 108 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Harlow sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (15), while Haverhill has more Criminal damage & arson (13). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Harlow or Haverhill safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Harlow recorded fewer crimes than Haverhill — 108 vs 160 incidents. That is 33% fewer crimes.

What are the main differences in crime between Harlow and Haverhill?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Harlow saw higher rates of Vehicle crime while Haverhill had more Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Harlow recorded fewer total crimes (108 vs 160).

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