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 July 2025 are around 20 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Chelmsford Rural West crime rate of 183.49 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 Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (9) incidents (12.50% increase)
  • Other crime: (2) incidents (100.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (2) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Chelmsford Rural West Crime Hotspots

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

  • The Larthings with total crimes: 2
  • Highwood Road with total crimes: 2
  • Highwood Road with total crimes: 2

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 July 2025 the Chelmsford Rural West has recorded 20 crimes with crime rate of 183.49 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.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Chelmsford Rural West)CrimesRank (Chelmsford Rural West)CrimesRank (Chelmsford Rural West)
Moulsham and Central312 14,312 13,248 1
Broomfield and The Walthams97 31,292 31,202 2
Marconi109 21,371 21,014 4
St Andrews85 4946 51,149 3
Chelmer Village and Beaulieu Park82 5954 4926 6
Waterhouse Farm45 7704 61,001 5
Patching Hall58 6528 11830 7
Trinity45 8655 7602 9
Great Baddow East40 10569 9664 8
Boreham and The Leighs43 9583 8564 11
South Woodham-Elmwood and Woodville26 18430 14568 10
Springfield North39 11534 10397 13
Great Baddow West33 13512 12552 12
South Hanningfield, Stock and Margaretting38 12362 17271 19
Galleywood29 16470 13388 15
Writtle24 19344 18394 14
Rettendon and Runwell33 14404 15279 18
Little Baddow, Danbury and Sandon29 15396 16376 16
Goat Hall24 20329 19357 17
South Woodham-Chetwood and Collingwood27 17249 20230 20
Bicknacre and East and West Hanningfield17 23202 22228 21
Moulsham Lodge21 21190 24205 24
The Lawns15 24199 23219 22

Chelmsford Rural West Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 9 incidents, and Other crime was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (8 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

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).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 9 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.29 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

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

A total of 98 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.17 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 15 reported cases.

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

A total of 23 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.56 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 6 reported cases.

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

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

MonthCount
July 20251

A total of 12 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
April 20251
March 20251
November 20242
October 20245
September 20242

A total of 24 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.18 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20254
May 20251
April 20251
March 20253
January 20251
December 20243
November 20243
October 20241
September 20242
August 20244

A total of 19 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.90 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

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

A total of 15 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.88 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

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

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

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

A total of 3 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 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

A total of 1 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 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 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 Chelmsford Rural West in July 2025

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

1. The Larthings (Map)
Total2
Other crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Highwood Road (Map)
Total2
Theft from the person1
Vehicle crime1
3. Highwood Road (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Stonehill Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
5. Boyton Hall Lane (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Fountain Road (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
7. Mill Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Bus/Coach Station (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
9. Radley Green Road (Map)
Total1
Burglary1
10. Mill Close (Map)
Total1
Other crime1

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