Crime Rate in Moulsham Lodge: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Moulsham Lodge

The total recorded crimes in Moulsham Lodge, Chelmsford, UK in March 2025 are around 21 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Moulsham Lodge crime rate of 1.13 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 Moulsham Lodge, encompassing approximately 18,617 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (8) incidents (14.29% increase)
  • Public order: (4) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (2) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Moulsham Lodge Crime Hotspots

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

  • Supermarket with total crimes: 3
  • Burghley Way with total crimes: 2
  • Lewis Drive with total crimes: 2

How safe is Moulsham Lodge?

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

  • Relative to Chelmsford:

    • In 2024, Moulsham Lodge demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Chelmsford average, with 190 crimes compared to 699.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Moulsham Lodge recorded fewer crimes than 23 out of 23 other cities.

    • In 2023, Moulsham Lodge had fewer crimes than the Chelmsford average, with 205 crimes compared to 662. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Moulsham Lodge recorded fewer crimes than 23 out of 23 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Moulsham Lodge Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Moulsham Lodge has recorded 21 crimes with crime rate of 1.13 ranking 20th out of 23 in the Chelmsford, UK

In 2024, the total Moulsham Lodge crimes were 190. The crime rate of Moulsham Lodge in 2024 was 10.21 (year) or 0.85 (month) ranking it 24 dangerous area in the Chelmsford.

In 2023, the total crimes in Moulsham Lodge were around 205 crimes with yearly crime rate of 11.01 (year) or 0.92 (month) ranking 24 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
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
Bicknacre and East and West Hanningfield17 22202 22228 21
Chelmsford Rural West17 21233 21212 23

Moulsham Lodge Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (8 incidents) and then Public order 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 Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (11 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 9 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (9 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

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

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (7 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (4 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Vehicle crime (2 incidents) and then Drugs showed a substantial number of incidents (1 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Criminal damage and arson saw the largest number of reported crimes with 2 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 1 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (4 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In May 2024, Burglary dominated crime reports (4 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (4 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (3 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 68 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.67 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 20257
January 202511
December 20249
November 20249
October 20246
September 20247
August 20241
July 20241
June 20242
May 20243
April 20244

A total of 31 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.82 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

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

A total of 12 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.40 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
July 20241
June 20244
May 20241
April 20242

A total of 18 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.80 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20252
January 20251
December 20243
September 20241
August 20241
July 20242
June 20242
May 20242
April 20242

A total of 16 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
November 20241
October 20244
August 20241
June 20244
May 20243

A total of 10 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
October 20241
August 20241
June 20242
May 20244

A total of 17 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.43 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20253
December 20243
November 20243
October 20245
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 6 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
August 20241

A total of 2 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
October 20241

A total of 6 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
December 20242
October 20241
August 20241
April 20241

A total of 6 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
November 20241
September 20241
August 20241
June 20242

A total of 2 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241
April 20241

A total of 1 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20241

High Crime Locations Moulsham Lodge in March 2025

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

1. Supermarket (Map)
Total3
Public order1
Shoplifting1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Burghley Way (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
3. Lewis Drive (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Drugs1
4. Longstomps Avenue (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Laburnum Drive (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Poplar Close (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1
7. Larch Grove (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Parking Area (Map)
Total1
Public order1
9. Supermarket (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1
10. May Walk (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1

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