Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CM17 · Essex
68
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
CM9 · Essex
34
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Heybridge has less crime — 34 vs 68 incidents in February 2026.
Harlow recorded notably higher crime than Heybridge in February 2026 — 68 vs 34 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Harlow sees higher rates of Other theft (6) and Vehicle crime (6), while Heybridge has more Shoplifting (7) and Public order (5). 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, Heybridge recorded fewer crimes than Harlow — 34 vs 68 incidents. That is 50% fewer crimes. Heybridge is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Harlow saw higher rates of Other theft and Vehicle crime while Heybridge had more Shoplifting and Public order. Overall, Heybridge recorded fewer total crimes (34 vs 68).