Harlow vs Woodditton — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Harlow

CM17 · Essex

68

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences31
  • Other theft6
  • Vehicle crime6

Woodditton

CB8 · Cambridgeshire

6

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences2
  • Drugs1
  • Burglary1

Woodditton has less crime — 6 vs 68 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Harlow recorded substantially more crime than Woodditton in February 2026 — 68 incidents compared to 6, a 11.3x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Harlow sees higher rates of Other theft (6) and Vehicle crime (6), while Woodditton has more Drugs (1) and Burglary (1). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Harlow or Woodditton safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Woodditton recorded fewer crimes than Harlow — 6 vs 68 incidents. That is 91% fewer crimes. Woodditton is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Harlow saw higher rates of Other theft and Vehicle crime while Woodditton had more Drugs and Burglary. Overall, Woodditton recorded fewer total crimes (6 vs 68).

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