WD22 Intelligence Updated February 2026Source: Essex Police Police

Broomfield and The Walthams Crime Intelligence

Comprehensive safety analysis for Broomfield and The Walthams, localized within chelmsford.

Safety Rating

Moderate

Crime Rate

13.55per 1k

Total Population

5,460

12-Month Crime Trend

Monthly Totals

Violence & Sexual Offences39

Public Order8

Vehicle Crime7

Criminal Damage & Arson5

Anti-social Behaviour4

Other Theft4

Burglary3

Other Crime2

Drug Offences1

Shoplifting1

Location Reference	Primary Incidents	Total
On or near Puddings Wood Drive Map	Violence and sexual offences: 10Criminal damage and arson: 3Other theft: 2	16
On or near Hospital Map	Public order: 6Violence and sexual offences: 5Vehicle crime: 3	14
On or near Fairway Drive Map	Violence and sexual offences: 3Anti-social behaviour: 1	4
On or near Moortown Place Map	Violence and sexual offences: 3	3
On or near Searle Crescent Map	Burglary: 1Criminal damage and arson: 1	2
On or near Niblick Green Map	Vehicle crime: 1Criminal damage and arson: 1	2
On or near Domsey Lane Map	Violence and sexual offences: 2	2
On or near Coombe Rise Map	Drugs: 1	1
On or near The Windmills Map	Public order: 1	1
On or near North Court Road Map	Anti-social behaviour: 1	1