Crime Rate in Littlebury, Chesterford & Wenden Lofts: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Littlebury, Chesterford & Wenden Lofts

The total recorded crimes in Littlebury, Chesterford & Wenden Lofts, Uttlesford, UK in March 2025 are around 12 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Littlebury, Chesterford & Wenden Lofts crime rate of 50.93 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 Littlebury, Chesterford & Wenden Lofts, encompassing approximately 235 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Burglary: (5) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (2) incidents (-75.00% decrease)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (2) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Littlebury, Chesterford & Wenden Lofts Crime Hotspots

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

  • Thomas Walk with total crimes: 4
  • Ickleton Road with total crimes: 2
  • Bartholomew Close with total crimes: 2

How safe is Littlebury, Chesterford & Wenden Lofts?

To understand the safety of Littlebury, Chesterford & Wenden Lofts, we need to analyze Littlebury, Chesterford & Wenden Lofts crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to Uttlesford:

    • In 2024, Littlebury, Chesterford & Wenden Lofts demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Uttlesford average, with 248 crimes compared to 289.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Littlebury, Chesterford & Wenden Lofts witnessed more crimes than 11 out of 21 other cities.

    • In 2023, Littlebury, Chesterford & Wenden Lofts had fewer crimes than the Uttlesford average, with 237 crimes compared to 266. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Furthermore, Littlebury, Chesterford & Wenden Lofts witnessed more crimes than 11 out of 21 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Uttlesford, Littlebury, Chesterford & Wenden Lofts has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Littlebury, Chesterford & Wenden Lofts Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Littlebury, Chesterford & Wenden Lofts has recorded 12 crimes with crime rate of 50.93 ranking 15th out of 21 in the Uttlesford, UK

In 2024, the total Littlebury, Chesterford & Wenden Lofts crimes were 248. The crime rate of Littlebury, Chesterford & Wenden Lofts in 2024 was 1052.63 (year) or 87.72 (month) ranking it 11 dangerous area in the Uttlesford.

In 2023, the total crimes in Littlebury, Chesterford & Wenden Lofts were around 237 crimes with yearly crime rate of 1005.94 (year) or 83.83 (month) ranking 11 most dangerous area in the Uttlesford.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Uttlesford)CrimesRank (Uttlesford)CrimesRank (Uttlesford)
Takeley132 11,646 11,043 1
Stansted South & Birchanger35 3683 2684 2
Great Dunmow South & Barnston69 2569 3562 3
Great Dunmow North27 5377 4362 4
Saffron Walden Audley27 4311 6347 6
Saffron Walden Shire21 9327 5358 5
Broad Oak & the Hallingburys25 6285 9239 10
Thaxted & the Eastons18 10286 8307 7
Elsenham & Henham24 7306 7289 8
Felsted & Stebbing21 8261 10231 12
Stansted North17 11239 12260 9
Newport15 12142 14189 14
Saffron Walden Castle15 13156 13193 13
Flitch Green & Little Dunmow12 14108 16109 16
High Easter & the Rodings6 16126 15122 15
Hatfield Heath5 1884 1770 17
Clavering6 1734 2155 19
Debden & Wimbish5 1955 1870 18
Ashdon2 2239 1942 21
The Sampfords4 2034 2248 20
Stort Valley3 2138 2041 22

Littlebury, Chesterford & Wenden Lofts Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Burglary (5 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (2 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Criminal damage and arson saw the largest number of reported crimes with 8 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Burglary (8 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 11 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (5 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In October 2024, Criminal damage and arson dominated crime reports (8 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (4 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Burglary (2 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (8 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (4 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 2 incidents.

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

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (7 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (2 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Burglary were the most frequent (11 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (5 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 43 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.91 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
January 20258
December 20242
November 20243
October 20242
September 20242
August 20243
July 20241
June 20244
May 20242
April 202411

A total of 34 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.83 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20258
January 20252
December 20241
November 20244
October 20248
September 20241
August 20241
July 20241
June 20242
May 20241
April 20243

A total of 37 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.36 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20253
January 20252
December 20243
November 20245
October 20245
September 20242
August 20244
June 20246
May 20241
April 20245

A total of 17 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.12 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
January 20252
December 20243
October 20245
September 20241
August 20241
May 20242

A total of 60 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20252
January 20253
December 202411
November 20244
October 20241
September 20244
August 20248
July 20242
June 202412
May 20247
April 20244

A total of 21 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.33 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20253
January 20254
December 20243
November 20242
October 20244
September 20241
June 20242
May 20241

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

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
July 20241
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 15 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20253
November 20243
July 20243
June 20244
April 20242

A total of 12 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20252
December 20243
October 20242
September 20241
August 20243
April 20241

A total of 4 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
December 20241
August 20241
April 20241

A total of 2 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241
August 20241

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

MonthCount
August 20241

High Crime Locations Littlebury, Chesterford & Wenden Lofts in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Littlebury, Chesterford & Wenden Lofts postcode area is presented below.

1. Thomas Walk (Map)
Total4
Burglary3
Criminal damage and arson1
2. Ickleton Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
3. Bartholomew Close (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
4. Park/Open Space (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
5. Brooksies (Map)
Total1
Burglary1
6. Chinnel Lane (Map)
Total1
Public order1
7. Royston Lane (Map)
Total1
Burglary1

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