Haverhill vs Witham — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Haverhill

CB9 · Suffolk

160

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

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

Witham

CM8 · Essex

164

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences75
  • Anti-social behaviour32
  • Public order13

Haverhill has less crime — 160 vs 164 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Haverhill and Witham recorded very similar overall crime levels in April 2026 — 160 and 164 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Haverhill sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (13), while Witham has more Public order (13). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Haverhill or Witham safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Haverhill recorded fewer crimes than Witham — 160 vs 164 incidents. That is 2% fewer crimes.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Haverhill saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Witham had more Public order. Overall, Haverhill recorded fewer total crimes (160 vs 164).

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