Crime Rate in The Lawns: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in The Lawns

The total recorded crimes in The Lawns, Chelmsford, UK in July 2025 are around 15 as per the recent police data. This equates to a The Lawns crime rate of 1.18 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 Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (10) incidents (100.00% increase)
  • Other crime: (2) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Vehicle crime: (1) incidents (0.00% decrease)
The Lawns Crime Hotspots

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

  • Tamar Rise with total crimes: 4
  • Rushleydale with total crimes: 2
  • Supermarket 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 areas in the Chelmsford.

    • 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 areas in the Chelmsford.

  • 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 July 2025 the The Lawns has recorded 15 crimes with crime rate of 1.18 ranking 24th 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.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (The Lawns)CrimesRank (The Lawns)CrimesRank (The Lawns)
Moulsham and Central312 14,312 13,248 1
Broomfield and The Walthams97 31,292 31,202 2
Marconi109 21,371 21,014 4
St Andrews85 4946 51,149 3
Chelmer Village and Beaulieu Park82 5954 4926 6
Waterhouse Farm45 7704 61,001 5
Patching Hall58 6528 11830 7
Trinity45 8655 7602 9
Great Baddow East40 10569 9664 8
Boreham and The Leighs43 9583 8564 11
South Woodham-Elmwood and Woodville26 18430 14568 10
Springfield North39 11534 10397 13
Great Baddow West33 13512 12552 12
South Hanningfield, Stock and Margaretting38 12362 17271 19
Galleywood29 16470 13388 15
Writtle24 19344 18394 14
Rettendon and Runwell33 14404 15279 18
Little Baddow, Danbury and Sandon29 15396 16376 16
Goat Hall24 20329 19357 17
South Woodham-Chetwood and Collingwood27 17249 20230 20
Bicknacre and East and West Hanningfield17 23202 22228 21
Chelmsford Rural West20 22233 21212 23
Moulsham Lodge21 21190 24205 24

The Lawns Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 10 incidents, and Other crime was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (5 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (7 incidents), followed by Burglary 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 Public order (2 incidents) also being high.

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).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 15 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.36 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

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

A total of 80 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.67 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202510
June 20255
May 20257
April 20254
March 202514
February 20252
January 20252
December 20247
November 20246
October 20249
September 20247
August 20247

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
July 20251
February 20252
January 20252
November 20241
September 20241

A total of 5 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
May 20251
January 20251
October 20241

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

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
April 20252
March 20252
August 20241

A total of 16 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.29 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20253
January 20251
December 20242
October 20241
September 20243
August 20245

A total of 7 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20252
January 20251
November 20241
October 20241
September 20242

A total of 5 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
April 20251
March 20251
January 20251
October 20241

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
May 20251
April 20251
March 20253
February 20252
January 20253
December 20242
November 20241
September 20241

A total of 10 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20252
February 20252
November 20242
September 20241
August 20242

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

MonthCount
April 20251

A total of 4 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

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

High Crime Locations The Lawns in July 2025

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

1. Tamar Rise (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences4
2. Rushleydale (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
3. Supermarket (Map)
Total2
Other crime2
4. Hillary Close (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1
5. Meon Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Burnham Road (Map)
Total1
Bicycle theft1
7. Weymouth Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Sidmouth Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Osea Way (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Redruth Close (Map)
Total1
Public order1

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