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 May 2025 are around 41 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Little Baddow, Danbury and Sandon crime rate of 9.06 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 May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (17) incidents (54.55% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (5) incidents (66.67% increase)
  • Public order: (4) incidents (100.00% increase)
Little Baddow, Danbury and Sandon Crime Hotspots

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

  • Supermarket with total crimes: 5
  • East Hanningfield Road with total crimes: 4
  • Pedlars Close 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 areas in the Chelmsford.

    • 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 areas in the Chelmsford.

  • 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 May 2025 the Little Baddow, Danbury and Sandon has recorded 41 crimes with crime rate of 9.06 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.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Little Baddow, Danbury and Sandon)CrimesRank (Little Baddow, Danbury and Sandon)CrimesRank (Little Baddow, Danbury and Sandon)
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
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
Chelmsford Rural West14 22233 21212 23
The Lawns14 21199 23219 22

Little Baddow, Danbury and Sandon Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (17 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (11 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (4 incidents) also being high.

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).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 156 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 12.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202517
April 202511
March 202514
February 20257
January 202512
December 20246
November 202412
October 202412
September 202413
August 202412
July 202413
June 202418
May 20249

A total of 25 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20255
April 20253
March 20254
February 20252
January 20251
December 20241
November 20243
October 20242
September 20242
May 20242

A total of 49 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.77 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20254
March 20253
February 20251
January 20252
December 20241
November 20244
October 20243
September 20245
August 20242
July 20242
June 20248
May 202411

A total of 22 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.20 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
April 20252
March 20252
January 20251
November 20242
October 20244
September 20241
July 20241
June 20242
May 20243

A total of 40 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.08 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
April 20252
March 20252
February 20251
January 20253
December 20241
November 20243
October 20241
September 20243
August 20243
July 202411
June 20244
May 20242

A total of 6 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
February 20251
November 20241
October 20241

A total of 28 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.55 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 5 reported cases.

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

A total of 15 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
March 20254
January 20252
November 20241
October 20241
September 20242
July 20241
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 5 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
March 20251
February 20251
September 20241
July 20241

A total of 31 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.58 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 6 reported cases.

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

A total of 9 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.80 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
March 20252
September 20242
July 20242
May 20242

A total of 5 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.25 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

A total of 1 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 13 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 May 2025

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

1. Supermarket (Map)
Total5
Shoplifting3
Anti-social behaviour2
2. East Hanningfield Road (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences4
3. Pedlars Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Public order1
4. North Hill (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
Public order1
5. Hammonds Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
6. Spring Elms Lane (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Drugs1
7. Postman'S Lane (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Possession of weapons1
8. Spring Close (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
9. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
10. Brick Kiln Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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