Crime Rate in Rettendon and Runwell: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Rettendon and Runwell

The total recorded crimes in Rettendon and Runwell, Chelmsford, UK in May 2025 are around 38 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Rettendon and Runwell crime rate of 9.18 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 Rettendon and Runwell, encompassing approximately 4,139 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (17) incidents (54.55% increase)
  • Other theft: (5) incidents (25.00% increase)
  • Public order: (5) incidents (66.67% increase)
Rettendon and Runwell Crime Hotspots

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

  • Corsellis Close with total crimes: 5
  • Meadow Lane with total crimes: 4
  • Rushbrook Avenue with total crimes: 3

How safe is Rettendon and Runwell?

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

  • Relative to Chelmsford:

    • In 2024, Rettendon and Runwell demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Chelmsford average, with 404 crimes compared to 699.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Rettendon and Runwell recorded fewer crimes than 14 out of 23 other areas in the Chelmsford.

    • In 2023, Rettendon and Runwell had fewer crimes than the Chelmsford average, with 279 crimes compared to 662. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Rettendon and Runwell recorded fewer crimes than 17 out of 23 other areas in the Chelmsford.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Rettendon and Runwell Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Rettendon and Runwell has recorded 38 crimes with crime rate of 9.18 ranking 14th out of 23 in the Chelmsford, UK

In 2024, the total Rettendon and Runwell crimes were 404. The crime rate of Rettendon and Runwell in 2024 was 97.59 (year) or 8.13 (month) ranking it 15 dangerous area in the Chelmsford.

In 2023, the total crimes in Rettendon and Runwell were around 279 crimes with yearly crime rate of 67.39 (year) or 5.62 (month) ranking 18 most dangerous area in the Chelmsford.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Rettendon and Runwell)CrimesRank (Rettendon and Runwell)CrimesRank (Rettendon and Runwell)
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
Little Baddow, Danbury and Sandon41 11396 16376 16
Great Baddow West40 12512 12552 12
Galleywood30 17470 13388 15
Writtle22 18344 18394 14
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

Rettendon and Runwell Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (17 incidents), followed by Other theft 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 Other theft (4 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (10 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour 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 16 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (21 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 13 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (9 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (12 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (15 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (6 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (22 incidents) and then Other theft 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 27 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (18 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (9 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 31 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.38 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20252
March 20252
February 20251
January 20253
December 20243
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20246
July 20246
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 23 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.56 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20252
March 20253
February 20251
January 20253
December 20241
November 20242
September 20242
June 20246

A total of 200 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 15.38 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 27 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202517
April 202511
March 202510
February 202516
January 202521
December 202413
November 20249
October 202412
September 202415
August 202422
July 202427
June 202418
May 20249

A total of 30 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20255
April 20254
March 20252
January 20252
December 20242
November 20244
September 20242
August 20246
July 20241
May 20242

A total of 8 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
March 20253
January 20251
November 20241
July 20241

A total of 43 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.31 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20254
March 20251
February 20251
January 20253
December 20244
November 20243
October 20243
September 20246
August 20245
July 20243
June 20246
May 20243

A total of 14 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
February 20252
January 20253
September 20242
June 20244
May 20241

A total of 31 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.10 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20255
April 20253
March 20252
February 20252
October 20242
September 20242
August 20244
July 20245
June 20244
May 20242

A total of 10 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.43 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20252
March 20252
February 20251
January 20251
November 20242
October 20241

A total of 30 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
March 20254
February 20251
January 20252
November 20241
October 20242
September 20241
August 20242
July 20242
June 202410
May 20243

A total of 2 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
February 20251

A total of 3 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 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
September 20241
July 20241

A total of 2 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 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

High Crime Locations Rettendon and Runwell in May 2025

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

1. Corsellis Close (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Shoplifting2
2. Meadow Lane (Map)
Total4
Criminal damage and arson1
Other crime1
Other theft1
Public order1
3. Rushbrook Avenue (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
4. Runwell Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
5. Maltings Road (Map)
Total3
Public order2
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Marks Lane (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Bruton Link (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
8. Burr Close (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Other theft1
9. Hospital (Map)
Total2
Other theft2
10. Tidworth Avenue (Map)
Total2
Drugs1
Public order1

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