Crime Rate in South Woodham-Chetwood and Collingwood: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in South Woodham-Chetwood and Collingwood

The total recorded crimes in South Woodham-Chetwood and Collingwood, Chelmsford, UK in March 2025 are around 21 as per the recent police data. This equates to a South Woodham-Chetwood and Collingwood crime rate of 1.19 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 South Woodham-Chetwood and Collingwood, encompassing approximately 17,625 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (13) incidents (333.33% increase)
  • Other theft: (3) incidents (200.00% increase)
  • Drugs: (2) incidents (0.00% decrease)
South Woodham-Chetwood and Collingwood Crime Hotspots

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

  • The Withywindle with total crimes: 4
  • Treebeard Copse with total crimes: 2
  • Nelson Place with total crimes: 2

How safe is South Woodham-Chetwood and Collingwood?

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

  • Relative to Chelmsford:

    • In 2024, South Woodham-Chetwood and Collingwood demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Chelmsford average, with 249 crimes compared to 699.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, South Woodham-Chetwood and Collingwood recorded fewer crimes than 19 out of 23 other cities.

    • In 2023, South Woodham-Chetwood and Collingwood had fewer crimes than the Chelmsford average, with 230 crimes compared to 662. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, South Woodham-Chetwood and Collingwood recorded fewer crimes than 19 out of 23 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Chelmsford, South Woodham-Chetwood and Collingwood has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

South Woodham-Chetwood and Collingwood Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the South Woodham-Chetwood and Collingwood has recorded 21 crimes with crime rate of 1.19 ranking 19th out of 23 in the Chelmsford, UK

In 2024, the total South Woodham-Chetwood and Collingwood crimes were 249. The crime rate of South Woodham-Chetwood and Collingwood in 2024 was 14.13 (year) or 1.18 (month) ranking it 20 dangerous area in the Chelmsford.

In 2023, the total crimes in South Woodham-Chetwood and Collingwood were around 230 crimes with yearly crime rate of 13.05 (year) or 1.09 (month) ranking 20 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
Moulsham Lodge21 20190 24205 24
Bicknacre and East and West Hanningfield17 22202 22228 21
Chelmsford Rural West17 21233 21212 23

South Woodham-Chetwood and Collingwood Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (13 incidents) and then Other theft showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 3 incidents, and Drugs was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (13 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 9 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (11 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (11 incidents), followed by Other crime also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (10 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (3 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (18 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (5 incidents).

July 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 5 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (12 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

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

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (12 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (3 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 8 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20252
January 20251
September 20241
July 20241
April 20241

A total of 130 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.83 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202513
February 20253
January 202513
December 20249
November 202411
October 202411
September 202410
August 202418
July 20249
June 202412
May 20249
April 202412

A total of 22 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 5 reported cases.

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

A total of 15 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.14 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20251
November 20241
October 20242
August 20243
June 20246
May 20241

A total of 18 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20251
December 20243
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241
July 20243
May 20242
April 20243

A total of 8 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
December 20241
November 20242
October 20243
September 20241

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 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
December 20241
November 20242
October 20243
August 20242
July 20241
May 20243
April 20243

A total of 21 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.62 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20252
December 20241
November 20244
October 20242
September 20242
July 20245
May 20243
April 20242

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

MonthCount
January 20251

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

MonthCount
October 20241

A total of 2 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
August 20241

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

MonthCount
August 20241

High Crime Locations South Woodham-Chetwood and Collingwood in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the South Woodham-Chetwood and Collingwood postcode area is presented below.

1. The Withywindle (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson1
2. Treebeard Copse (Map)
Total2
Drugs2
3. Nelson Place (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
4. Buckland Gate (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Westmarch (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Rivendell Vale (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Elronds Rest (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Meriadoc Drive (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Goldberry Mead (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Shirebourn Vale (Map)
Total1
Public order1

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