Crime Rate in Chelmer Village and Beaulieu Park: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Chelmer Village and Beaulieu Park

The total recorded crimes in Chelmer Village and Beaulieu Park, Chelmsford, UK in March 2025 are around 72 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Chelmer Village and Beaulieu Park crime rate of 3.63 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 Chelmer Village and Beaulieu Park, encompassing approximately 19,811 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (32) incidents (-11.11% decrease)
  • Shoplifting: (8) incidents (166.67% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (7) incidents (-12.50% decrease)
Chelmer Village and Beaulieu Park Crime Hotspots

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

  • New Dukes Way with total crimes: 15
  • Fordson Road with total crimes: 7
  • Shopping Area with total crimes: 6

How safe is Chelmer Village and Beaulieu Park?

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

  • Relative to Chelmsford:

    • In 2024, Chelmer Village and Beaulieu Park reported a higher crime volume than the Chelmsford average, with 954 crimes compared to 699. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Chelmer Village and Beaulieu Park witnessed more crimes than 20 out of 23 other cities.

    • In 2023, Chelmer Village and Beaulieu Park experienced a greater number of crimes than the Chelmsford average, with 926 crimes compared to 662. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Chelmer Village and Beaulieu Park witnessed more crimes than 18 out of 23 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Chelmsford, Chelmer Village and Beaulieu Park has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Chelmer Village and Beaulieu Park Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Chelmer Village and Beaulieu Park has recorded 72 crimes with crime rate of 3.63 ranking 5th out of 23 in the Chelmsford, UK

In 2024, the total Chelmer Village and Beaulieu Park crimes were 954. The crime rate of Chelmer Village and Beaulieu Park in 2024 was 48.15 (year) or 4.01 (month) ranking it 4 dangerous area in the Chelmsford.

In 2023, the total crimes in Chelmer Village and Beaulieu Park were around 926 crimes with yearly crime rate of 46.74 (year) or 3.90 (month) ranking 6 most dangerous area in the Chelmsford.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Chelmsford)CrimesRank (Chelmsford)CrimesRank (Chelmsford)
Moulsham and Central342 14,312 13,248 1
Broomfield and The Walthams90 31,292 31,202 2
Marconi97 21,371 21,014 4
St Andrews58 6946 51,149 3
Trinity75 4655 7602 9
Waterhouse Farm49 8704 61,001 5
Patching Hall45 9528 11830 7
Great Baddow East53 7569 9664 8
Boreham and The Leighs25 17583 8564 11
South Woodham-Elmwood and Woodville36 12430 14568 10
Springfield North44 10534 10397 13
Little Baddow, Danbury and Sandon38 11396 16376 16
Great Baddow West27 15512 12552 12
Galleywood26 16470 13388 15
South Hanningfield, Stock and Margaretting31 13362 17271 19
Writtle15 23344 18394 14
Rettendon and Runwell30 14404 15279 18
Goat Hall15 24329 19357 17
The Lawns21 18199 23219 22
South Woodham-Chetwood and Collingwood21 19249 20230 20
Moulsham Lodge21 20190 24205 24
Bicknacre and East and West Hanningfield17 22202 22228 21
Chelmsford Rural West17 21233 21212 23

Chelmer Village and Beaulieu Park Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (32 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (8 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 36 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (31 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (9 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 32 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (30 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (30 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (7 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (30 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (8 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (24 incidents) and then Other theft showed a substantial number of incidents (11 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 33 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 11 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (70 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (42 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (26 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (7 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (26 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other theft (8 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 32 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.67 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20253
January 20254
December 20242
November 20243
October 20242
September 20241
August 20242
July 20244
June 20246
May 20242
April 20241

A total of 89 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.42 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20254
January 20259
December 20247
November 20244
October 20245
September 20244
August 202411
July 202411
June 202418
May 20242
April 20248

A total of 12 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.40 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
December 20243
August 20241
June 20246

A total of 400 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 33.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 70 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202532
February 202536
January 202531
December 202432
November 202430
October 202430
September 202430
August 202424
July 202433
June 202470
May 202426
April 202426

A total of 52 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20258
January 20253
December 20244
November 20244
October 20243
September 20242
August 20241
July 20243
June 202412
May 20244
April 20241

A total of 64 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.33 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20251
January 20254
December 20248
November 20247
October 20247
September 20243
August 20241
July 202410
June 202410
May 20246
April 20243

A total of 49 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.45 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20253
January 20251
December 20243
November 20241
October 20246
September 20247
August 20248
July 20247
June 20248
April 20241

A total of 121 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.08 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 42 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 20253
January 20259
December 20247
November 20247
October 20244
September 20248
August 202411
July 20248
June 202442
May 20246
April 20248

A total of 46 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.83 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20251
January 20251
December 20243
November 20242
October 20243
September 20245
August 20245
July 20241
June 20248
May 20247
April 20244

A total of 25 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.27 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20253
January 20253
November 20243
October 20241
September 20242
August 20241
July 20242
June 20244
May 20243
April 20241

A total of 22 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.44 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20253
January 20253
December 20242
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241
July 20245
May 20244
April 20242

A total of 22 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20253
January 20252
November 20241
October 20243
September 20242
July 20244
June 20246
April 20241

A total of 8 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
September 20244
August 20242

A total of 4 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241
August 20241
July 20241
May 20241

High Crime Locations Chelmer Village and Beaulieu Park in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Chelmer Village and Beaulieu Park postcode area is presented below.

1. New Dukes Way (Map)
Total15
Violence and sexual offences10
Drugs2
Other theft2
Theft from the person1
2. Fordson Road (Map)
Total7
Shoplifting3
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Shopping Area (Map)
Total6
Shoplifting4
Violence and sexual offences2
4. Berkely Drive (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour2
Other crime1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Samuel Manor (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Other theft1
6. Stanley Rise (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
7. Mitton Vale (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Greenwood Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
9. Louvain Drive (Map)
Total3
Other theft1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Jeffcut Road (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1

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