Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CM4 · Essex
15
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
CB10 · Essex
24
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Ingatestone has less crime — 15 vs 24 incidents in February 2026.
Saffron Walden recorded notably higher crime than Ingatestone in February 2026 — 24 vs 15 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Ingatestone sees higher rates of Shoplifting (5), while Saffron Walden has more Other theft (4). 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, Ingatestone recorded fewer crimes than Saffron Walden — 15 vs 24 incidents. That is 38% fewer crimes. Ingatestone is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Ingatestone saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Saffron Walden had more Other theft. Overall, Ingatestone recorded fewer total crimes (15 vs 24).