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 May 2025 are around 11 as per the recent police data. This equates to a South Woodham-Chetwood and Collingwood crime rate of 0.62 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 May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (5) incidents (25.00% increase)
  • Public order: (3) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (1) incidents (0.00% decrease)
South Woodham-Chetwood and Collingwood Crime Hotspots

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

  • Littlecroft with total crimes: 2
  • The Drive with total crimes: 1
  • Thorin'S Gate with total crimes: 1

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 areas in the Chelmsford.

    • 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 areas in the Chelmsford.

  • 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 May 2025 the South Woodham-Chetwood and Collingwood has recorded 11 crimes with crime rate of 0.62 ranking 24th 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.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (South Woodham-Chetwood and Collingwood)CrimesRank (South Woodham-Chetwood and Collingwood)CrimesRank (South Woodham-Chetwood and Collingwood)
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
Rettendon and Runwell38 14404 15279 18
Goat Hall32 16329 19357 17
South Hanningfield, Stock and Margaretting21 19362 17271 19
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

South Woodham-Chetwood and Collingwood Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (5 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (4 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (2 incidents) also being high.

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).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 23 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.92 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 5 reported cases.

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

A total of 18 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
March 20251
January 20251
November 20241
October 20242
August 20243
June 20246
May 20241

A total of 16 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.78 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 3 reported cases.

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

A total of 16 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.78 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

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

A total of 127 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 9.77 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20255
April 20254
March 202513
February 20253
January 202513
December 20249
November 202411
October 202411
September 202410
August 202418
July 20249
June 202412
May 20249

A total of 21 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.62 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

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

A total of 7 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.40 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

A total of 8 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 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 1 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 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 13 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 13 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 13 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 May 2025

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

1. Littlecroft (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
2. The Drive (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1
3. Thorin'S Gate (Map)
Total1
Public order1
4. Bree Hill (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
5. Meriadoc Drive (Map)
Total1
Public order1
6. Mereworth Road (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
7. Berry Vale (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Nelson Place (Map)
Total1
Public order1
9. Anson Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Elliot Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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