Crime Rate in Patching Hall: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Patching Hall

The total recorded crimes in Patching Hall, Chelmsford, UK in March 2025 are around 45 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Patching Hall crime rate of 1.88 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 Patching Hall, encompassing approximately 23,888 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (28) incidents (115.38% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (4) incidents (33.33% increase)
  • Other theft: (4) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Patching Hall Crime Hotspots

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

  • Portreath Place with total crimes: 4
  • Fell Christy with total crimes: 4
  • Cumberland Crescent with total crimes: 4

How safe is Patching Hall?

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

  • Relative to Chelmsford:

    • In 2024, Patching Hall demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Chelmsford average, with 528 crimes compared to 699.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Patching Hall witnessed more crimes than 13 out of 23 other cities.

    • In 2023, Patching Hall experienced a greater number of crimes than the Chelmsford average, with 830 crimes compared to 662. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Patching Hall witnessed more crimes than 17 out of 23 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Patching Hall Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Patching Hall has recorded 45 crimes with crime rate of 1.88 ranking 9th out of 23 in the Chelmsford, UK

In 2024, the total Patching Hall crimes were 528. The crime rate of Patching Hall in 2024 was 22.10 (year) or 1.84 (month) ranking it 11 dangerous area in the Chelmsford.

In 2023, the total crimes in Patching Hall were around 830 crimes with yearly crime rate of 34.75 (year) or 2.90 (month) ranking 7 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
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

Patching Hall Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (28 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson 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 13 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (18 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 13 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (18 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (18 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (7 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (23 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 (22 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (4 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 16 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (40 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (18 incidents), followed by Burglary also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (15 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Burglary (12 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 40 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.64 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20253
January 20251
December 20245
November 20244
October 20247
September 20241
August 20242
July 20247
May 20242
April 20244

A total of 242 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 20.17 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 40 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202528
February 202513
January 202518
December 202413
November 202418
October 202418
September 202423
August 202422
July 202416
June 202440
May 202418
April 202415

A total of 26 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.60 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

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

A total of 36 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.27 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20253
January 20258
December 20242
November 20243
October 20243
August 20241
July 20244
June 20242
May 20243
April 20245

A total of 22 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.44 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
January 20253
December 20243
November 20243
August 20241
July 20241
June 20244
April 20244

A total of 37 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.08 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20252
January 20252
December 20241
November 20245
October 20244
September 20242
August 20244
July 20245
June 20246
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 38 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.80 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20253
December 20241
November 20242
October 20241
September 20243
August 20242
July 20247
May 20246
April 202412

A total of 5 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
November 20242
May 20241

A total of 28 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.55 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20254
December 20241
November 20243
October 20245
September 20242
August 20244
July 20241
June 20242
May 20241
April 20244

A total of 13 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.17 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20253
November 20242
October 20242
August 20242
April 20243

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

MonthCount
December 20241
November 20241

A total of 3 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241
July 20241
May 20241

A total of 4 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20241
May 20241
April 20242

High Crime Locations Patching Hall in March 2025

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

1. Portreath Place (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson1
2. Fell Christy (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Drugs1
Other theft1
3. Cumberland Crescent (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences4
4. Kelvedon Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
5. Darrell Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Vehicle crime1
6. Jarndyce (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Nalla Gardens (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Drugs1
8. Broomfield Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
9. Borda Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
10. Milton Place (Map)
Total2
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1

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