WD22 Intelligence Updated April 2026Source: Essex Police Police

Crime in Braintree Central & Beckers Green, Braintree

Comprehensive safety analysis for Braintree Central & Beckers Green, localized within Braintree.

Total Crimes

145
trending_up +14.2% MoM

Annual Crime Rate

113.66per 1k
trending_up +0.6% 12m Trend

Safety Rating

High Risk

Total Population

9,582

12-Month Crime Trend

Monthly Totals

Safety Heatmap

Crime Categories

Violence & Sexual Offences67
Anti-social Behaviour12
Other Theft12
Shoplifting11
Drug Offences11
Public Order11
Criminal Damage & Arson6
Other Crime4
Vehicle Crime4
Bicycle Theft3
Theft from Person2
Robbery1
Weapons Possession1

Incident Distribution

Location ReferencePrimary IncidentsTotal
On or near The Avenue Map
Violence and sexual offences: 8Other crime: 1Public order: 1
10
On or near Parking Area Map
Anti-social behaviour: 3Violence and sexual offences: 3
6
On or near Great Square Map
Violence and sexual offences: 3Anti-social behaviour: 2Robbery: 1
6
On or near Charter Way Map
Shoplifting: 4Vehicle crime: 1
5
On or near Shopping Area Map
Shoplifting: 4Theft from the person: 1
5
On or near Market Place Map
Violence and sexual offences: 3Public order: 1
4
On or near Victoria Street Map
Violence and sexual offences: 3
3
On or near School Walk Map
Shoplifting: 2Bicycle theft: 1
3
On or near Wickham Crescent Map
Other crime: 2
2
On or near Parking Area Map
Public order: 2
2

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Local Rank

#26safest in Braintree

National Safety

Top 12%Riskiest

City Average

57.71per 1k

Local Policing

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Local Priorities

Speeding vehicles remain a key concern for residents across Braintree, particularly in rural villages and residential areas.

Issued: 7 Apr 2026

Status Update

In response to these concerns, the Braintree & Uttlesford Neighbourhood Policing Team continues to support Community Speed Watch groups across the district, working in partnership with local volunteers to raise awareness and educate drivers. Officers coordinate speed checks and enforcement activity in locations where residents have reported ongoing issues, using intelligence and community feedback to identify priority areas. Where appropriate, enforcement action is taken against motorists exceeding the speed limit, alongside engagement and preventative measures aimed at reducing repeat offending.

Actioned: 7 Apr 2026

Rural crime, including hare coursing and fly-tipping, continues to have a significant impact on Braintree's rural communities, landowners, and farmers. These offences cause damage to land and wildlife, financial loss, environmental harm, and can leave residents feeling isolated and vulnerable.

Issued: 7 Apr 2026

Status Update

In response to these concerns, the Braintree & Uttlesford Neighbourhood Policing Team has increased its focus on rural crime through targeted patrols which are intelligence-led. Officers are working closely with local farmers, landowners, parish councils, and partner agencies to identify emerging issues and share information effectively.
As part of this engagement, officers are visiting farms and rural landowners to deliver DNA property marking kits and provide tailored crime prevention advice. These visits aim to deter offending, improve traceability of stolen property, and strengthen confidence among rural businesses and residents.

Actioned: 7 Apr 2026

Antisocial behaviour in town centres remains a concern for residents and businesses.

Issued: 7 Apr 2026

Status Update

In response to these concerns, Town Team officers are carrying out regular high-visibility foot patrols in town centres to deter antisocial behaviour and provide reassurance to the public. Officers actively engage with residents and businesses to identify emerging issues and respond swiftly to reports.

Actioned: 7 Apr 2026

Engagement Events

JUN14

Let's Talk - Witham Greggs

meeting

- Discuss local policing, raise concerns, and ask questions.
- Find out what we’re doing to keep you safe, address anti-social behaviour and catch criminals.
- Get advice on how you can protect yourself and your property.

On the rare occasions we may need to cancel an event, we’ll notify you by posting on our Facebook page.

schedule

3:00 PM — 4:00 PM

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Greggs, Newlands Shopping Centre, Witham

JUN16

Let's Talk - Hatfield Peverel Beat Surgery

meeting

- Discuss local policing, raise concerns, and ask questions.
- Find out what we’re doing to keep you safe, address anti-social behaviour and catch criminals.
- Get advice on how you can protect yourself and your property.

On the rare occasions we may need to cancel an event, we’ll notify you by posting on our Facebook page.

schedule

12:30 PM — 1:30 PM

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Hatfield Peverel

JUN18

Let's Talk - TOAST, Witham

meeting

- Discuss local policing, raise concerns, and ask questions.
- Find out what we’re doing to keep you safe, address anti-social behaviour and catch criminals.
- Get advice on how you can protect yourself and your property.

On the rare occasions we may need to cancel an event, we’ll notify you by posting on our Facebook page.

schedule

10:00 AM — 11:00 AM

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50 Newland Street, Witham

JUN19

Let's Talk - River Walk, Asda Witham

meeting

- Discuss local policing, raise concerns, and ask questions.
- Find out what we’re doing to keep you safe, address anti-social behaviour and catch criminals.
- Get advice on how you can protect yourself and your property.

On the rare occasions we may need to cancel an event, we’ll notify you by posting on our Facebook page.

schedule

10:00 AM — 11:00 AM

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24 Highfields Road, Witham

JUN19

Let's Talk - Hatfield Peverel Beat Surgery

meeting

- Discuss local policing, raise concerns, and ask questions.
- Find out what we’re doing to keep you safe, address anti-social behaviour and catch criminals.
- Get advice on how you can protect yourself and your property.

On the rare occasions we may need to cancel an event, we’ll notify you by posting on our Facebook page.

schedule

12:30 PM — 1:30 PM

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Hatfield Peverel

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