Saffron Walden vs Woodditton — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Saffron Walden

CB10 · Essex

26

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Other theft6
  • Anti-social behaviour5
  • Public order4

Woodditton

CB8 · Cambridgeshire

2

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Bicycle theft1
  • Criminal damage & arson1

Woodditton has less crime — 2 vs 26 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Saffron Walden recorded substantially more crime than Woodditton in April 2026 — 26 incidents compared to 2, a 13.0x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Saffron Walden sees higher rates of Other theft (6) and Anti-social behaviour (5), while Woodditton has more Bicycle theft (1) and Criminal damage & arson (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 Saffron Walden or Woodditton safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Woodditton recorded fewer crimes than Saffron Walden — 2 vs 26 incidents. That is 92% fewer crimes. Woodditton is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Saffron Walden and Woodditton?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Saffron Walden saw higher rates of Other theft and Anti-social behaviour while Woodditton had more Bicycle theft and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Woodditton recorded fewer total crimes (2 vs 26).

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