Crime Rate in Brentwood: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Brentwood

The total recorded crimes in Brentwood, UK in March 2025 are around 578 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Brentwood crime rate of 7.50 per 1,000 population.

It's important to note that this crime data is based on the Geographic Boundry data provided by the ONS around Brentwood, encompassing approximately 77,048 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (177) incidents (29.20% increase)
  • Shoplifting: (83) incidents (31.75% increase)
  • Vehicle crime: (79) incidents (33.90% increase)
Brentwood Crime Hotspots

The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,

  • Supermarket with total crimes: 16
  • Roman Road with total crimes: 12
  • Goatswood Lane with total crimes: 12

Brentwood Police Info:

Essex Police

How safe is Brentwood?

To understand the safety of Brentwood, we need to analyze Brentwood crime statistics in relation to both national and regional averages. This report will examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to the UK:

    • Brentwood has recorded 6,730 crimes in the current year, resulting in a crime rate of 87.35 per 1,000 residents. This places it at rank 182 out of 331 in the UK, indicating it is safer than average.

    • Yearly trends show that in the previous year, the city recorded 6,665 crimes with a crime rate of 86.50, ranking it 177 in the UK. This an increase in crime suggests Negative changes.

  • Relative to Essex:

    • In 2024, Brentwood demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Essex average, with 6730 crimes compared to 11188.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Brentwood witnessed more crimes than 7 out of 11 other cities.

    • In 2023, Brentwood had fewer crimes than the Essex average, with 6,665 crimes compared to 10,805. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the city within the region that year. Furthermore, Brentwood witnessed more crimes than 7 out of 11 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Based on the available data, Brentwood is considered safer compared to the national averages.

    • Compared to other cities in Essex, Brentwood has a lower crime rate in 2024.

    • The trend in crime rates suggests Negative changes in overall safety.

Brentwood Crime Analysis: Ward & Area

The difference in crime rates between the most dangerous ward, Brizes and Doddinghurst (91 crimes), and the safest, Hutton South (8 crimes), is 83 crimes. This measurable difference indicates a some disparity in safety across Brentwood.

Similarly, the area of Brentwood Central (122 crimes) reports a significantly higher crime count compared to Herongate, Ingrave & West Horndon (17 crimes), with a difference of 105 crimes. This measurable difference highlights the diverse crime landscape within Brentwood.

Most Dangerous Wards:

Brizes and Doddinghurst91
Brentwood North81
Pilgrims Hatch50
Hutton Central49
Warley47

Safest Wards:

Tipps Cross21
South Weald14
Herongate, Ingrave and West Horndon13
Hutton East9
Hutton South8

Most Dangerous Areas:

Brentwood Central122
Kelvedon Hatch & Doddinghurst112
Shenfield & Hutton Mount65
Hutton64
Brentwood South & Warley58

Safest Areas:

Brentwood South & Warley58
Brook Street & Pilgrim's Hatch54
Brentwood North45
Ingatestone & Mountnessing41
Herongate, Ingrave & West Horndon17

Brentwood Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Brentwood has recorded 578 crimes with crime rate of 7.50 ranking 9018th out of 331 in the UK and ranked 8 out 331 in terms of total crimes and 8 in terms of crime rate in Essex.

In 2024, the total Brentwood crimes were 6,730. The crime rate of Brentwood in 2024 was 87.35 (year) or 7.28 (month) ranking it 182 danzarous in the UK. Brentwood ranked 8 in terms of total crimes and 7 in terms of crime rate in Essex.

In 2023, the total crimes in Brentwood were around 6,665 crimes with yearly crime rate of 86.50 (year) or 7.21 (month) ranking 177 out 331 most dangerous city in the UK. As compared to neighboring cities in Essex, Brentwood ranked 8 out 331 in terms of total crimes or 6 as per crime rate of Brentwood

CityMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Essex)CrimesRank (Essex)CrimesRank (Essex)
Maldon246 133,699 123,581 12
Rochford365 124,940 114,915 11
Castle Point474 115,871 106,160 9
Uttlesford501 106,354 95,858 10
Braintree875 911,752 811,413 8
Colchester1,461 518,598 416,595 7
Chelmsford1,265 716,768 615,876 5
Epping Forest969 612,979 512,779 3
Tendring1,117 415,080 313,826 4
Basildon1,579 320,557 220,839 2
Harlow930 210,933 111,148 1

Brentwood Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (177 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (83 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 137 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 63 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (121 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (58 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 154 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 67 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (137 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (81 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (163 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (75 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (157 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (71 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (150 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (70 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 165 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 95 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (284 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (160 cases).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 414 Other theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 41.40 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 67 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202535
February 202538
January 202531
December 202467
November 202441
October 202444
September 202426
August 202441
July 202435
June 202456

A total of 317 Burglary incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 31.70 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 60 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202541
February 202531
January 202531
December 202426
November 202422
October 202420
September 202428
August 202422
July 202436
June 202460

A total of 242 Drugs incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 24.20 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 56 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202525
February 202525
January 202518
December 202433
November 202424
October 202413
September 202414
August 202420
July 202414
June 202456

A total of 52 Robbery incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 5.78 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20252
January 20255
November 20244
October 20245
September 20245
August 20245
July 20243
June 202420

A total of 509 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 50.90 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 108 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202568
February 202543
January 202529
December 202434
November 202453
October 202445
September 202441
August 202445
July 202443
June 2024108

A total of 334 Public order incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 33.40 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 76 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202523
February 202519
January 202527
December 202424
November 202430
October 202433
September 202427
August 202438
July 202437
June 202476

A total of 23 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.56 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20253
December 20243
November 20242
October 20241
August 20244
July 20242
June 20246

A total of 50 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 5.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20251
January 20252
December 20245
November 20247
October 20245
September 20243
August 202413
July 20244
June 20246

A total of 1645 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 164.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 284 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 2025177
February 2025137
January 2025121
December 2024154
November 2024137
October 2024163
September 2024157
August 2024150
July 2024165
June 2024284

A total of 452 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 45.20 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 78 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202526
February 202543
January 202526
December 202447
November 202462
October 202463
September 202437
August 202441
July 202429
June 202478

A total of 136 Other crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 13.60 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 19 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20259
February 20257
January 202514
December 202413
November 202411
October 202415
September 202417
August 202419
July 202413
June 202418

A total of 42 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 4.67 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20259
January 20255
December 20244
November 20244
October 202410
September 20244
August 20241
July 20241

A total of 724 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 72.40 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 118 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202583
February 202563
January 202558
December 202454
November 202474
October 202475
September 202434
August 202470
July 202495
June 2024118

A total of 751 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 75.10 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 160 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202579
February 202559
January 202555
December 202454
November 202481
October 202470
September 202471
August 202463
July 202459
June 2024160

High Crime Locations Brentwood in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Brentwood postcode area is presented below.

1. Supermarket (Map)
Total16
Shoplifting12
Violence and sexual offences2
Theft from the person2
2. Roman Road (Map)
Total12
Violence and sexual offences6
Criminal damage and arson3
Anti-social behaviour3
3. Goatswood Lane (Map)
Total12
Violence and sexual offences6
Vehicle crime3
Anti-social behaviour3
4. Shopping Area (Map)
Total12
Shoplifting6
Violence and sexual offences3
Public order1
Other theft1
Burglary1
5. Parking Area (Map)
Total11
Violence and sexual offences8
Other theft2
Vehicle crime1
6. Brookfield Close (Map)
Total11
Shoplifting10
Public order1

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