Danbury Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Danbury's overall crime rate for February 2026 stood at 3.5 per 1,000 residents, 45.3% below the UK average of 6.4 per 1,000. This figure, while modest, reflects a combination of local factors and seasonal patterns. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 50% of all reported incidents—12 cases in total. This category, though significantly below the UK average (2.3 per 1,000), saw a marked 140% increase from the previous month. Anti-social behaviour followed with 16.7% of all crimes, 34% below the UK average. The low seasonal activity typical of February, a winter month with limited outdoor engagement, may partly explain the subdued rates for property crimes and anti-social behaviour. However, the sharp rise in violent crime suggests a potential shift in local dynamics, possibly influenced by pre-spring social patterns. Burglary, at 0.3 per 1,000, remained 20% above the UK average of 0.2 per 1,000. The area's generally rural character, combined with its status as a built-up area within Chelmsford, may contribute to this unique crime profile, where violent incidents are relatively rare but impactful when they occur.

February 2026 saw a 140% increase in violence and sexual offences, rising from five to 12 incidents. This category, which constitutes 50% of all crimes, remains 22% below the UK average of 2.3 per 1,000. Possession of weapons, a rare occurrence nationally, surged by 100% to one incident, placing Danbury 186% above the UK average of 0.1 per 1,000. Theft from the person also doubled from zero to one incident. Conversely, drug-related crimes fell by 50% to one incident, though this remains 13% below the UK average. The sharp rise in violent crime contrasts with the area's generally low overall rate, suggesting a potential shift in local dynamics. Residents may find the increase in weapon possession particularly concerning, given its significant deviation from national norms.

Danbury's crime rate in February 2026 rose 100% from the previous month's 1.8 per 1,000 to 3.5 per 1,000. This monthly increase, while significant, remains 45.3% below the UK average. Locally, the daily crime count averaged approximately one incident per day over 28 days, reflecting a low but consistent presence of crime. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 286 residents, a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure for Danbury's population of 6,861. When compared to the UK average, Danbury's overall rate remains lower, though specific categories such as possession of weapons (186% above UK average) highlight areas of divergence. The population-scaled perspective shows that while individual incidents are rare, the impact of certain crimes—like weapon possession—may be felt in the community.