Crime Rate in St Andrews: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in St Andrews

The total recorded crimes in St Andrews, Chelmsford, UK in March 2025 are around 58 as per the recent police data. This equates to a St Andrews crime rate of 0.74 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 St Andrews, encompassing approximately 78,695 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (27) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Shoplifting: (6) incidents (-33.33% decrease)
  • Vehicle crime: (5) incidents (66.67% increase)
St Andrews Crime Hotspots

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

  • Supermarket with total crimes: 6
  • Dickens Place with total crimes: 4
  • Sports/Recreation Area with total crimes: 4

How safe is St Andrews?

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

  • Relative to Chelmsford:

    • In 2024, St Andrews reported a higher crime volume than the Chelmsford average, with 946 crimes compared to 699. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, St Andrews witnessed more crimes than 19 out of 23 other cities.

    • In 2023, St Andrews experienced a greater number of crimes than the Chelmsford average, with 1,149 crimes compared to 662. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, St Andrews witnessed more crimes than 21 out of 23 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Chelmsford, St Andrews has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

St Andrews Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the St Andrews has recorded 58 crimes with crime rate of 0.29 ranking 6th out of 23 in the Chelmsford, UK

In 2024, the total St Andrews crimes were 946. The crime rate of St Andrews in 2024 was 15.76 (year) or 1.31 (month) ranking it 5 dangerous area in the Chelmsford.

In 2023, the total crimes in St Andrews were around 1,149 crimes with yearly crime rate of 14.60 (year) or 1.22 (month) ranking 3 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
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
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

St Andrews Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (27 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (6 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 27 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (24 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 24 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 16 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (39 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (39 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (34 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (5 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (32 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (13 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 44 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 11 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (68 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (25 incidents), followed by Other theft also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (21 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other theft (8 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 64 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.33 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20254
January 20254
December 20245
November 20247
October 20245
September 20242
August 202412
July 20244
June 202410
May 20243
April 20244

A total of 65 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.42 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20259
January 20255
December 202416
November 20247
October 20242
September 20241
August 20248
July 20241
June 20244
May 20242
April 20244

A total of 12 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20252
June 20248
May 20241

A total of 404 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 33.67 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 68 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202527
February 202527
January 202524
December 202424
November 202439
October 202439
September 202434
August 202432
July 202444
June 202468
May 202425
April 202421

A total of 36 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.27 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 5 reported cases.

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

A total of 60 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20254
January 20253
December 20241
November 20245
October 20244
September 20245
August 202413
July 202411
June 20246
May 20242
April 20242

A total of 38 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.45 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20254
December 20244
November 20242
October 20242
September 20245
August 20242
July 20244
June 20248
May 20244
April 20242

A total of 32 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.20 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20253
January 20251
October 20241
September 20244
August 20243
July 20243
June 202410
May 20241
April 20243

A total of 54 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.50 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20253
January 20253
December 20247
November 20243
October 20245
September 20245
August 20244
July 20244
June 20246
May 20243
April 20246

A total of 52 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20252
January 20256
December 20245
November 20242
October 20243
September 20243
August 20243
July 20243
June 20248
May 20246
April 20248

A total of 28 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.55 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20253
December 20243
November 20241
October 20242
September 20242
August 20246
July 20244
June 20244
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 9 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
July 20243
May 20242
April 20241

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

MonthCount
December 20241
July 20242
May 20241

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

MonthCount
October 20241
September 20241
June 20242

High Crime Locations St Andrews in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the St Andrews postcode area is presented below.

1. Supermarket (Map)
Total6
Shoplifting4
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
2. Dickens Place (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour1
Shoplifting1
Theft from the person1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total4
Drugs3
Public order1
4. Pines Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
5. Sackville Close (Map)
Total3
Other theft2
Other crime1
6. Anderson Avenue (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
7. Wellington Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
8. Chiltern Close (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Dene Court (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Trent Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2

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