Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
CM17 · Essex
68
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
CB10 · Essex
24
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Saffron Walden has less crime — 24 vs 68 incidents in February 2026.
Harlow recorded substantially more crime than Saffron Walden in February 2026 — 68 incidents compared to 24, a 2.8x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Harlow sees higher rates of Vehicle crime (6), while Saffron Walden has more Anti-social behaviour (3). 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, Saffron Walden recorded fewer crimes than Harlow — 24 vs 68 incidents. That is 65% fewer crimes. Saffron Walden is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Harlow saw higher rates of Vehicle crime while Saffron Walden had more Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Saffron Walden recorded fewer total crimes (24 vs 68).