Crime Rate in The Lawns: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in The Lawns

The total recorded crimes in The Lawns, Chelmsford, UK in March 2025 are around 21 as per the recent police data. This equates to a The Lawns crime rate of 1.66 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 The Lawns, encompassing approximately 12,677 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (14) incidents (600.00% increase)
  • Other theft: (3) incidents (50.00% increase)
  • Public order: (2) incidents (0.00% decrease)
The Lawns Crime Hotspots

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

  • Blackwater Close with total crimes: 3
  • Wear Drive with total crimes: 3
  • Tamar Rise with total crimes: 2

How safe is The Lawns?

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

  • Relative to Chelmsford:

    • In 2024, The Lawns demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Chelmsford average, with 199 crimes compared to 699.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, The Lawns recorded fewer crimes than 22 out of 23 other cities.

    • In 2023, The Lawns had fewer crimes than the Chelmsford average, with 219 crimes compared to 662. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, The Lawns recorded fewer crimes than 21 out of 23 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Chelmsford, The Lawns has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

The Lawns Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the The Lawns has recorded 21 crimes with crime rate of 1.66 ranking 18th out of 23 in the Chelmsford, UK

In 2024, the total The Lawns crimes were 199. The crime rate of The Lawns in 2024 was 15.70 (year) or 1.31 (month) ranking it 23 dangerous area in the Chelmsford.

In 2023, the total crimes in The Lawns were around 219 crimes with yearly crime rate of 17.28 (year) or 1.44 (month) ranking 22 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
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

The Lawns 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 Other theft showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Vehicle crime saw the largest number of reported crimes with 2 incidents, and Bicycle theft was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Vehicle crime (3 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 7 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (6 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (9 incidents), followed by Other crime also remained a significant concern (1 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (7 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Burglary (3 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (7 incidents) and then Burglary showed a substantial number of incidents (5 incidents).

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

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

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (12 incidents), followed by Burglary also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Public order were the most frequent (5 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (4 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 85 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.08 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202514
February 20252
January 20252
December 20247
November 20246
October 20249
September 20247
August 20247
July 20243
June 202412
May 202412
April 20244

A total of 14 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

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

A total of 11 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.20 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
August 20241
July 20242
May 20241
April 20245

A total of 26 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.36 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
January 20253
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
July 20243
June 20246
May 20243
April 20244

A total of 6 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20251
October 20241
July 20241
June 20242

A total of 7 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
January 20252
November 20241
September 20241
April 20241

A total of 5 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
November 20241
September 20241
April 20241

A total of 18 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
November 20242
September 20241
August 20242
July 20241
June 20246
May 20242
April 20242

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

MonthCount
February 20251
December 20241
August 20241

A total of 22 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.44 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
December 20242
October 20241
September 20243
August 20245
July 20241
June 20242
May 20243
April 20244

A total of 7 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
November 20241
October 20241
September 20242
June 20242

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

MonthCount
January 20251
October 20241
May 20241

High Crime Locations The Lawns in March 2025

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

1. Blackwater Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
2. Wear Drive (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Vehicle crime1
3. Tamar Rise (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Windrush Drive (Map)
Total2
Public order2
5. Camborne Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Hillary Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Meon Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Burnham Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Havengore (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Supermarket (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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