Crime Rate in Little Baddow, Danbury and Sandon: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Little Baddow, Danbury and Sandon

The total recorded crimes in Little Baddow, Danbury and Sandon, Chelmsford, UK in March 2025 are around 38 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Little Baddow, Danbury and Sandon crime rate of 8.40 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 Little Baddow, Danbury and Sandon, encompassing approximately 4,523 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (14) incidents (100.00% increase)
  • Drugs: (4) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (4) incidents (100.00% increase)
Little Baddow, Danbury and Sandon Crime Hotspots

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

  • Belvedere Road with total crimes: 6
  • Jubilee Rise with total crimes: 3
  • East Hanningfield Road with total crimes: 3

How safe is Little Baddow, Danbury and Sandon?

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

  • Relative to Chelmsford:

    • In 2024, Little Baddow, Danbury and Sandon demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Chelmsford average, with 396 crimes compared to 699.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Little Baddow, Danbury and Sandon recorded fewer crimes than 15 out of 23 other cities.

    • In 2023, Little Baddow, Danbury and Sandon had fewer crimes than the Chelmsford average, with 376 crimes compared to 662. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Little Baddow, Danbury and Sandon recorded fewer crimes than 15 out of 23 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Chelmsford, Little Baddow, Danbury and Sandon has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Little Baddow, Danbury and Sandon Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Little Baddow, Danbury and Sandon has recorded 38 crimes with crime rate of 8.40 ranking 11th out of 23 in the Chelmsford, UK

In 2024, the total Little Baddow, Danbury and Sandon crimes were 396. The crime rate of Little Baddow, Danbury and Sandon in 2024 was 87.54 (year) or 7.29 (month) ranking it 16 dangerous area in the Chelmsford.

In 2023, the total crimes in Little Baddow, Danbury and Sandon were around 376 crimes with yearly crime rate of 83.12 (year) or 6.93 (month) ranking 16 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
Chelmer Village and Beaulieu Park72 5954 4926 6
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
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

Little Baddow, Danbury and Sandon Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (14 incidents) and then Drugs showed a substantial number of incidents (4 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 7 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (12 reports) and Burglary incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 6 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (12 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (12 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (13 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (5 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (12 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (6 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 13 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 (18 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

In May 2024, Vehicle crime dominated crime reports (11 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (9 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Vehicle crime were the most frequent (10 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (8 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 14 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
January 20252
November 20241
October 20241
September 20242
July 20241
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 136 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 11.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202514
February 20257
January 202512
December 20246
November 202412
October 202412
September 202413
August 202412
July 202413
June 202418
May 20249
April 20248

A total of 18 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
January 20251
November 20242
October 20244
September 20241
July 20241
June 20242
May 20243
April 20242

A total of 52 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.33 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20251
January 20252
December 20241
November 20244
October 20243
September 20245
August 20242
July 20242
June 20248
May 202411
April 202410

A total of 20 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.22 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20252
January 20251
December 20241
November 20243
October 20242
September 20242
May 20242
April 20243

A total of 28 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.80 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
January 20255
November 20243
September 20242
August 20242
July 20243
June 20242
May 20244
April 20244

A total of 36 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20251
January 20251
December 20244
November 20242
October 20241
September 20241
August 20246
July 20243
June 20244
May 20243
April 20246

A total of 4 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
September 20241
July 20241

A total of 9 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.80 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
September 20242
July 20242
May 20242
April 20241

A total of 39 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.25 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
January 20253
December 20241
November 20243
October 20241
September 20243
August 20243
July 202411
June 20244
May 20242
April 20245

A total of 3 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
November 20241
October 20241

A total of 7 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
June 20242
April 20242

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

MonthCount
July 20241

High Crime Locations Little Baddow, Danbury and Sandon in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Little Baddow, Danbury and Sandon postcode area is presented below.

1. Belvedere Road (Map)
Total6
Criminal damage and arson3
Burglary1
Possession of weapons1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Jubilee Rise (Map)
Total3
Drugs1
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. East Hanningfield Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
4. Hull'S Lane (Map)
Total2
Drugs1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Gablefields (Map)
Total2
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Butts Lane (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Supermarket (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Maldon Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
9. Pedlars Close (Map)
Total2
Other crime1
Other theft1
10. Brick Kiln Road (Map)
Total1
Public order1

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