Crime Rate in Marconi: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Marconi

The total recorded crimes in Marconi, Chelmsford, UK in March 2025 are around 97 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Marconi crime rate of 3.07 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 Marconi, encompassing approximately 31,547 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (36) incidents (-16.28% decrease)
  • Shoplifting: (10) incidents (42.86% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (9) incidents (125.00% increase)
Marconi Crime Hotspots

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

  • Bus/Coach Station with total crimes: 9
  • West Avenue with total crimes: 9
  • Nelson Grove with total crimes: 8

How safe is Marconi?

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

  • Relative to Chelmsford:

    • In 2024, Marconi reported a higher crime volume than the Chelmsford average, with 1,371 crimes compared to 699. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Marconi witnessed more crimes than 22 out of 23 other cities.

    • In 2023, Marconi experienced a greater number of crimes than the Chelmsford average, with 1,014 crimes compared to 662. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Marconi witnessed more crimes than 20 out of 23 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Marconi Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Marconi has recorded 97 crimes with crime rate of 3.07 ranking 2th out of 23 in the Chelmsford, UK

In 2024, the total Marconi crimes were 1,371. The crime rate of Marconi in 2024 was 43.46 (year) or 3.62 (month) ranking it 2 dangerous area in the Chelmsford.

In 2023, the total crimes in Marconi were around 1,014 crimes with yearly crime rate of 32.14 (year) or 2.68 (month) ranking 4 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
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
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

Marconi Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (36 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (10 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 43 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (51 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (12 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 47 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 12 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (38 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (17 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (45 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (14 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (39 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (15 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (35 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (10 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 44 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 14 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (102 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (36 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (33 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (10 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (44 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (13 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 58 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.83 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 20254
January 20253
December 20248
November 20248
October 20245
September 20242
August 20246
July 20243
June 20246
May 20243
April 20242

A total of 19 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.38 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
January 20252
December 20241
November 20243
October 20241
September 20241
June 20244
April 20243

A total of 557 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 46.42 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 102 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202536
February 202543
January 202551
December 202447
November 202438
October 202445
September 202439
August 202435
July 202444
June 2024102
May 202433
April 202444

A total of 107 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.92 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 20257
January 20257
December 20246
November 20247
October 202411
September 202415
August 20249
July 202411
June 20248
May 202410
April 20248

A total of 80 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.67 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20259
February 20254
January 20257
December 20243
November 20243
October 20246
September 20247
August 20248
July 20248
June 202414
May 20248
April 20243

A total of 134 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 11.17 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 17 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202510
February 20257
January 202512
December 20247
November 202417
October 202414
September 202413
August 202410
July 202414
June 202416
May 20242
April 202412

A total of 12 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
November 20243
July 20241
June 20244
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 96 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20256
January 20258
December 202412
November 20247
October 20248
September 20248
August 20248
July 20246
June 202414
May 20249
April 20244

A total of 37 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.08 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20255
January 20251
December 20241
November 20242
October 20243
September 20244
August 20241
July 20243
June 20244
May 20243
April 20245

A total of 10 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241
July 20242
May 20242

A total of 51 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.10 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20253
January 20251
November 20247
October 20242
August 20249
July 20242
June 202414
May 20242
April 20247

A total of 66 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.50 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20253
January 20257
December 20244
November 20246
October 20244
September 20247
August 20244
July 202410
June 20246
May 20246
April 20248

A total of 14 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20254
December 20241
November 20241
August 20241
July 20244
April 20242

A total of 129 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 36 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20258
January 20259
December 20245
November 202411
October 202410
September 20247
August 20249
July 202410
June 202436
May 20249
April 202413

High Crime Locations Marconi in March 2025

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

1. Bus/Coach Station (Map)
Total9
Shoplifting6
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
Theft from the person1
2. West Avenue (Map)
Total9
Violence and sexual offences4
Other theft2
Burglary1
Other crime1
Public order1
3. Nelson Grove (Map)
Total8
Violence and sexual offences6
Bicycle theft1
Other crime1
4. Theatre/Concert Hall (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson1
Drugs1
Other crime1
5. Supermarket (Map)
Total6
Shoplifting3
Violence and sexual offences2
Other crime1
6. Parking Area (Map)
Total5
Drugs2
Public order2
Bicycle theft1
7. Viaduct Road (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Other theft1
Possession of weapons1
8. Townfield Street (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson1
Drugs1
Theft from the person1
9. Squirrells Court (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
10. Ockelford Avenue (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Other crime1

  • Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2021. This data is licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
  • Contains Office for National Statistics data licensed under the Open Government Licence v.3.0
  • Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.