Crime Rate in South Woodham-Elmwood and Woodville: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in South Woodham-Elmwood and Woodville

The total recorded crimes in South Woodham-Elmwood and Woodville, Chelmsford, UK in March 2025 are around 36 as per the recent police data. This equates to a South Woodham-Elmwood and Woodville crime rate of 2.37 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-Elmwood and Woodville, encompassing approximately 15,161 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (14) incidents (16.67% increase)
  • Shoplifting: (5) incidents (66.67% increase)
  • Public order: (4) incidents (300.00% increase)
South Woodham-Elmwood and Woodville Crime Hotspots

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

  • Supermarket with total crimes: 3
  • The Cedars with total crimes: 3
  • Guys Farm Road with total crimes: 3

How safe is South Woodham-Elmwood and Woodville?

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

  • Relative to Chelmsford:

    • In 2024, South Woodham-Elmwood and Woodville demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Chelmsford average, with 430 crimes compared to 699.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, South Woodham-Elmwood and Woodville recorded fewer crimes than 13 out of 23 other cities.

    • In 2023, South Woodham-Elmwood and Woodville had fewer crimes than the Chelmsford average, with 568 crimes compared to 662. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Furthermore, South Woodham-Elmwood and Woodville witnessed more crimes than 14 out of 23 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

South Woodham-Elmwood and Woodville Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the South Woodham-Elmwood and Woodville has recorded 36 crimes with crime rate of 2.37 ranking 12th out of 23 in the Chelmsford, UK

In 2024, the total South Woodham-Elmwood and Woodville crimes were 430. The crime rate of South Woodham-Elmwood and Woodville in 2024 was 28.36 (year) or 2.36 (month) ranking it 14 dangerous area in the Chelmsford.

In 2023, the total crimes in South Woodham-Elmwood and Woodville were around 568 crimes with yearly crime rate of 37.46 (year) or 3.12 (month) ranking 10 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
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

South Woodham-Elmwood and Woodville Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (14 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (5 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 12 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (12 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 14 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (15 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (15 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (12 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 Anti-social behaviour (5 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (5 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 11 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (26 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (11 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (7 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (5 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 28 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.80 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
December 20243
November 20241
October 20246
September 20241
August 20243
July 20245
June 20242
May 20242
April 20243

A total of 11 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.57 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
January 20251
December 20241
October 20241
September 20242
August 20243
May 20241

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

MonthCount
March 20251
August 20242
April 20241

A total of 17 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.55 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

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

A total of 23 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.56 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 5 reported cases.

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

A total of 31 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.82 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20254
December 20242
November 20241
October 20241
September 20245
August 20243
July 20242
June 20244
May 20244
April 20243

A total of 157 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 13.08 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202514
February 202512
January 202512
December 202414
November 202415
October 202415
September 202415
August 20245
July 202411
June 202426
May 202411
April 20247

A total of 59 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.92 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20253
January 20254
December 20241
November 20246
October 202412
September 20243
August 20244
July 20246
June 20244
May 20246
April 20245

A total of 27 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.70 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
January 20251
November 20242
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241
July 20246
June 20246
May 20244
April 20243

A total of 36 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.60 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
January 20254
December 20243
October 20242
September 20242
August 20241
July 20247
June 20248
May 20244
April 20243

A total of 3 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
September 20241
July 20241

A total of 3 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
June 20242

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

MonthCount
November 20241
August 20241
June 20242
April 20241

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

MonthCount
May 20241

High Crime Locations South Woodham-Elmwood and Woodville in March 2025

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

1. Supermarket (Map)
Total3
Bicycle theft1
Burglary1
Public order1
2. The Cedars (Map)
Total3
Burglary1
Shoplifting1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Guys Farm Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Other theft1
4. Parking Area (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Drugs1
5. Reeves Way (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Drugs1
6. Tutors Way (Map)
Total2
Public order2
7. Glendale (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Bancrofts Road (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Supermarket (Map)
Total2
Shoplifting2
10. Dunlin Close (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2

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