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 July 2025 are around 33 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Rettendon and Runwell crime rate of 7.97 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 Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (14) incidents (-12.50% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (5) incidents (150.00% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (5) incidents (400.00% increase)
Rettendon and Runwell Crime Hotspots

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

  • Hospital with total crimes: 5
  • Meadow Lane with total crimes: 3
  • Battlesbridge 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 July 2025 the Rettendon and Runwell has recorded 33 crimes with crime rate of 7.97 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.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Rettendon and Runwell)CrimesRank (Rettendon and Runwell)CrimesRank (Rettendon and Runwell)
Moulsham and Central312 14,312 13,248 1
Broomfield and The Walthams97 31,292 31,202 2
Marconi109 21,371 21,014 4
St Andrews85 4946 51,149 3
Chelmer Village and Beaulieu Park82 5954 4926 6
Waterhouse Farm45 7704 61,001 5
Patching Hall58 6528 11830 7
Trinity45 8655 7602 9
Great Baddow East40 10569 9664 8
Boreham and The Leighs43 9583 8564 11
South Woodham-Elmwood and Woodville26 18430 14568 10
Springfield North39 11534 10397 13
Great Baddow West33 13512 12552 12
South Hanningfield, Stock and Margaretting38 12362 17271 19
Galleywood29 16470 13388 15
Writtle24 19344 18394 14
Little Baddow, Danbury and Sandon29 15396 16376 16
Goat Hall24 20329 19357 17
South Woodham-Chetwood and Collingwood27 17249 20230 20
Bicknacre and East and West Hanningfield17 23202 22228 21
Chelmsford Rural West20 22233 21212 23
Moulsham Lodge21 21190 24205 24
The Lawns15 24199 23219 22

Rettendon and Runwell Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 14 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (16 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

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).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 21 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.10 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

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

A total of 22 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20252
May 20251
April 20251
March 20254
February 20251
January 20252
November 20241
October 20242
September 20241
August 20242

A total of 176 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 14.67 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202514
June 202516
May 202517
April 202511
March 202510
February 202516
January 202521
December 202413
November 20249
October 202412
September 202415
August 202422

A total of 37 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.08 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20254
May 20251
April 20254
March 20251
February 20251
January 20253
December 20244
November 20243
October 20243
September 20246
August 20245

A total of 29 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.90 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20255
April 20254
March 20252
January 20252
December 20242
November 20244
September 20242
August 20246

A total of 28 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.33 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20251
May 20252
April 20252
March 20252
February 20251
January 20253
December 20243
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20246

A total of 24 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.67 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20253
May 20255
April 20253
March 20252
February 20252
October 20242
September 20242
August 20244

A total of 8 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20252
March 20253
January 20251
November 20241

A total of 11 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.38 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

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

A total of 10 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

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

A total of 2 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 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 2 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 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

A total of 1 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

High Crime Locations Rettendon and Runwell in July 2025

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

1. Hospital (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Vehicle crime2
2. Meadow Lane (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Battlesbridge (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
4. Berne Link (Map)
Total2
Burglary2
5. Corsellis Close (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
6. Maltings Road (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Shoplifting1
7. Hawk Lane (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Drugs1
8. South View Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
9. Tile Works Lane (Map)
Total1
Burglary1
10. Hall Cottages (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1

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