Crime Rate in South Weald: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in South Weald

The total recorded crimes in South Weald, Brentwood, UK in July 2025 are around 18 as per the recent police data. This equates to a South Weald crime rate of 99.34 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 South Weald, encompassing approximately 181 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Vehicle crime: (5) incidents (-16.67% decrease)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (2) incidents (-77.78% decrease)
  • Drugs: (2) incidents (100.00% increase)
South Weald Crime Hotspots

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

  • Nag'S Head Lane with total crimes: 3
  • Wingrave Crescent with total crimes: 2
  • Park Lane with total crimes: 2

How safe is South Weald?

To understand the safety of South Weald, we need to analyze South Weald crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to Brentwood:

    • In 2024, South Weald demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Brentwood average, with 273 crimes compared to 449.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, South Weald recorded fewer crimes than 9 out of 14 other areas in the Brentwood.

    • In 2023, South Weald had fewer crimes than the Brentwood average, with 286 crimes compared to 444. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, South Weald recorded fewer crimes than 9 out of 14 other areas in the Brentwood.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Brentwood, South Weald has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

South Weald Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the South Weald has recorded 18 crimes with crime rate of 99.34 ranking 12th out of 14 in the Brentwood, UK

In 2024, the total South Weald crimes were 273. The crime rate of South Weald in 2024 was 1506.62 (year) or 125.55 (month) ranking it 10 dangerous area in the Brentwood.

In 2023, the total crimes in South Weald were around 286 crimes with yearly crime rate of 1578.37 (year) or 131.53 (month) ranking 10 most dangerous area in the Brentwood.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (South Weald)CrimesRank (South Weald)CrimesRank (South Weald)
Brentwood North73 2925 1892 1
Brentwood South81 1666 3546 5
Brizes and Doddinghurst50 4829 2867 2
Warley54 3649 4724 3
Ingatestone, Fryerning and Mountnessing30 9588 5590 4
Brentwood West48 5552 6509 6
Shenfield48 6400 8423 8
Pilgrims Hatch36 8551 7456 7
Hutton Central42 7370 9269 11
Hutton North27 10215 12316 9
Herongate, Ingrave and West Horndon25 11235 11237 12
Hutton South7 15186 13201 13
Hutton East15 13169 14180 14
Tipps Cross14 14122 15169 15

South Weald Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Vehicle crime saw the largest number of reported crimes with 5 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Criminal damage and arson (9 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In May 2025, Vehicle crime dominated crime reports (6 incidents), followed by Burglary also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Other theft were the most frequent (3 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (3 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Vehicle crime (6 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (2 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 4 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (4 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Other theft saw the largest number of reported crimes with 5 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Vehicle crime (11 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (4 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (6 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other theft (4 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Vehicle crime (7 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (4 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 27 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.70 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20259
May 20251
April 20252
February 20252
December 20242
November 20243
October 20241
September 20241
August 20244

A total of 8 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
April 20251
December 20242
October 20241
August 20241

A total of 6 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
April 20251
November 20241
October 20241
August 20241

A total of 27 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.25 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
May 20253
April 20253
March 20252
February 20251
January 20251
December 20245
November 20243
October 20241
September 20244
August 20241

A total of 56 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.67 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20256
May 20256
April 20253
March 20256
February 20252
January 20252
December 20243
November 202411
October 20242
September 20243
August 20247

A total of 23 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.30 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20252
May 20253
March 20252
January 20254
December 20243
November 20241
October 20242
September 20242
August 20242

A total of 17 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.70 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
May 20252
April 20252
March 20251
February 20251
January 20252
December 20241
November 20243
October 20241
August 20242

A total of 33 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.75 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20252
May 20253
April 20251
March 20251
February 20254
January 20252
December 20242
November 20244
October 20244
September 20246
August 20242

A total of 11 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.83 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20252
February 20251
January 20252
September 20241
August 20242

A total of 22 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.44 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
March 20252
February 20251
January 20251
December 20243
November 20246
October 20243
September 20243
August 20242

A total of 1 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20241

High Crime Locations South Weald in July 2025

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

1. Nag'S Head Lane (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson1
Drugs1
Other crime1
2. Wingrave Crescent (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Vehicle crime1
3. Park Lane (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
4. Brook Street (Map)
Total1
Drugs1
5. Leonard Way (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1
6. Spital Lane (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
7. Wrightsbridge Road (Map)
Total1
Public order1
8. Warwick Place (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Rainbird Place (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
10. Apple Gate (Map)
Total1
Other theft1

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