Crime Rate in Chelmsford Rural West: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Chelmsford Rural West

The total recorded crimes in Chelmsford Rural West, Chelmsford, UK in May 2025 are around 14 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Chelmsford Rural West crime rate of 128.44 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 Chelmsford Rural West, encompassing approximately 109 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (4) incidents (-55.56% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (2) incidents (-33.33% decrease)
  • Drugs: (2) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Chelmsford Rural West Crime Hotspots

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

  • Hawthorn Crescent with total crimes: 5
  • Highwood Road with total crimes: 3
  • Woolmers Mead with total crimes: 1

How safe is Chelmsford Rural West?

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

  • Relative to Chelmsford:

    • In 2024, Chelmsford Rural West demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Chelmsford average, with 233 crimes compared to 699.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Chelmsford Rural West recorded fewer crimes than 20 out of 23 other areas in the Chelmsford.

    • In 2023, Chelmsford Rural West had fewer crimes than the Chelmsford average, with 212 crimes compared to 662. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Chelmsford Rural West recorded fewer crimes than 22 out of 23 other areas in the Chelmsford.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Chelmsford, Chelmsford Rural West has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Chelmsford Rural West Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Chelmsford Rural West has recorded 14 crimes with crime rate of 128.44 ranking 22th out of 23 in the Chelmsford, UK

In 2024, the total Chelmsford Rural West crimes were 233. The crime rate of Chelmsford Rural West in 2024 was 2137.61 (year) or 178.13 (month) ranking it 21 dangerous area in the Chelmsford.

In 2023, the total crimes in Chelmsford Rural West were around 212 crimes with yearly crime rate of 1944.95 (year) or 162.08 (month) ranking 23 most dangerous area in the Chelmsford.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Chelmsford Rural West)CrimesRank (Chelmsford Rural West)CrimesRank (Chelmsford Rural West)
Moulsham and Central358 14,312 13,248 1
Broomfield and The Walthams90 31,292 31,202 2
Marconi107 21,371 21,014 4
St Andrews71 5946 51,149 3
Chelmer Village and Beaulieu Park85 4954 4926 6
Waterhouse Farm59 6704 61,001 5
Patching Hall49 9528 11830 7
Trinity53 8655 7602 9
Great Baddow East55 7569 9664 8
Boreham and The Leighs46 10583 8564 11
South Woodham-Elmwood and Woodville36 15430 14568 10
Springfield North39 13534 10397 13
Little Baddow, Danbury and Sandon41 11396 16376 16
Great Baddow West40 12512 12552 12
Galleywood30 17470 13388 15
Writtle22 18344 18394 14
Rettendon and Runwell38 14404 15279 18
Goat Hall32 16329 19357 17
South Hanningfield, Stock and Margaretting21 19362 17271 19
South Woodham-Chetwood and Collingwood11 24249 20230 20
Moulsham Lodge16 20190 24205 24
Bicknacre and East and West Hanningfield13 23202 22228 21
The Lawns14 21199 23219 22

Chelmsford Rural West Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (4 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (2 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (9 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (3 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (6 incidents) and then Other theft showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 8 incidents, and Burglary was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (8 reports) and Other crime incidents were also notably high (1 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 6 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (10 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (6 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (9 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Burglary (3 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (15 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (4 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 6 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (20 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (6 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 113 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 8.69 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
April 20259
March 20256
February 20258
January 20258
December 20246
November 202410
October 20246
September 20249
August 202415
July 20246
June 202420
May 20246

A total of 30 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20253
March 20251
February 20252
December 20246
November 20243
October 20243
September 20241
June 20246
May 20243

A total of 6 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
March 20251
July 20241
June 20242

A total of 19 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.11 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
March 20253
January 20251
December 20243
November 20243
October 20241
September 20242
August 20244

A total of 7 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.17 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20251
January 20251
November 20241
October 20241
July 20241

A total of 16 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20251
March 20251
January 20251
November 20241
October 20242
August 20242
July 20241
June 20244
May 20241

A total of 21 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.10 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20252
March 20253
February 20251
December 20243
November 20242
October 20242
August 20242
July 20244
May 20241

A total of 14 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20253
February 20252
January 20251
December 20243
October 20241
September 20243
August 20241

A total of 18 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.25 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
March 20251
November 20242
October 20245
September 20242
July 20242
June 20244
May 20241

A total of 1 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251

A total of 3 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20241
June 20242

A total of 3 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20243

A total of 2 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20242

High Crime Locations Chelmsford Rural West in May 2025

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

1. Hawthorn Crescent (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
Public order1
2. Highwood Road (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson1
Other crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Woolmers Mead (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Park/Open Space (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
5. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total1
Drugs1
6. Bus/Coach Station (Map)
Total1
Public order1
7. Radley Green Road (Map)
Total1
Other crime1
8. Vicarage Close (Map)
Total1
Drugs1

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