Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CM5 · Essex
18
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
CM21 · Hertfordshire
29
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Ongar has less crime — 18 vs 29 incidents in February 2026.
Sawbridgeworth recorded notably higher crime than Ongar in February 2026 — 29 vs 18 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Ongar sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (3) and Drugs (2), while Sawbridgeworth has more Anti-social behaviour (8) and Other theft (2). 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, Ongar recorded fewer crimes than Sawbridgeworth — 18 vs 29 incidents. That is 38% fewer crimes. Ongar is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Ongar saw higher rates of Vehicle crime and Drugs while Sawbridgeworth had more Anti-social behaviour and Other theft. Overall, Ongar recorded fewer total crimes (18 vs 29).