WD22 Intelligence Updated April 2026Source: Essex Police Police

Crime in Rettendon and Runwell, Chelmsford

Comprehensive safety analysis for Rettendon and Runwell, localized within Chelmsford.

Total Crimes

49
trending_up +14.0% MoM

Annual Crime Rate

61.71per 1k
trending_up +2.7% 12m Trend

Safety Rating

Moderate

Total Population

6,504

12-Month Crime Trend

Monthly Totals

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Crime Categories

Violence & Sexual Offences21
Anti-social Behaviour10
Criminal Damage & Arson4
Burglary4
Other Theft3
Public Order3
Vehicle Crime2
Other Crime1
Drug Offences1

Incident Distribution

Location ReferencePrimary IncidentsTotal
On or near Meadow Lane Map
Violence and sexual offences: 3Other theft: 1Public order: 1
7
On or near Hospital Map
Violence and sexual offences: 5
5
On or near Meadow Road Map
Burglary: 2Criminal damage and arson: 1
3
On or near Hall Cottages Map
Public order: 1Criminal damage and arson: 1
2
On or near Church End Lane Map
Anti-social behaviour: 2
2
On or near Viking Way Map
Anti-social behaviour: 2
2
On or near Browns Avenue Map
Violence and sexual offences: 2
2
On or near Boiler House Road Map
Violence and sexual offences: 2
2
On or near Church Chase Map
Burglary: 1Vehicle crime: 1
2
On or near South View Road Map
Burglary: 1
1

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Local Rank

#17safest in Chelmsford

City Average

73.92per 1k

Local Policing

Wickford

Essex Police

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Local Priorities

Residents have told us they’re worried about the rise in vehicle thefts, including cases where homes are broken into to steal car keys.

Issued: 5 May 2026

Status Update

Operation Trooper has been launched to investigate and collate any trends involving vehicle thefts. From this, a trend of theft of Fiestas has been identified within Basildon and a suspect has been identified. The main suspect has been arrested and bailed pending further investigation at this time.

Actioned: 5 May 2026

Residents in Wickford have reported on going ASB around the High Street and Cranfield Park Road and BP Garage. Cars have been damaged by catapults and wildlife has suffered in this area.

Issued: 5 May 2026

Status Update

Op Mallard is a High visibility and plain clothes operation to tackle ASB in Wickford and tackle the illegal use of catapults to damage cars and kill wildlife.

Actioned: 5 May 2026

Residents have told us that off-road vehicles, like motorcycles and quad bikes, and E-Scooter are causing a nuisance in the community. They are disruptive and can make people feel unsafe.

Issued: 5 May 2026

Status Update

Neighbourhood Policing Teams are actively enforcing the illegal usage of e-scooters, e-bikes, and pedal bikes in pedestrianised areas in our District, and where appropriate are completing seizures using Section 59 and Section 165 powers.

Actioned: 5 May 2026

Residents have reported drug dealing within their community

Issued: 5 May 2026

Status Update

Following the creation of a dedicated pro-active capability within the NPT, we have seen an increase in intelligence led enforcement activity in recent months, with significant quantities of drugs seized and suspects arrested.

Actioned: 5 May 2026

Engagement Events

JUN27

Let's Talk - Miracle House

meeting

Join us and...

- Discuss local policing, raise concerns, and ask questions.
- Find out what we’re doing to keep you safe, address antisocial behaviour and catch criminals.
- Get advice on how you can protect yourself and your property.

On the rare occasions we may need to cancel an event, we’ll notify you by posting on our Facebook page.

schedule

11:00 AM — 12:00 PM

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Miracle House, Silva Island Way, Wickford SS12 9NR

JUN27

Let's Talk - Wat Tyler - Walk & Talk

meeting

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- Discuss local policing, raise concerns, and ask questions.
- Find out what we’re doing to keep you safe, address antisocial behaviour and catch criminals.
- Get advice on how you can protect yourself and your property.

On the rare occasions we may need to cancel an event, we’ll notify you by posting on our Facebook page.

schedule

2:30 PM — 3:30 PM

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Wat Tyler Park, Pitsea Hall Ln, Pitsea, Basildon SS16 4UH

JUN28

Let's Talk - Tesco Express

meeting

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- Discuss local policing, raise concerns, and ask questions.
- Find out what we’re doing to keep you safe, address antisocial behaviour and catch criminals.
- Get advice on how you can protect yourself and your property.

On the rare occasions we may need to cancel an event, we’ll notify you by posting on our Facebook page.

schedule

11:00 AM — 12:00 PM

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Tesco Express, 155 Southend Rd, Wickford SS11 8EE

JUN30

Let's Talk - Wickford High Street

meeting

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- Discuss local policing, raise concerns, and ask questions.
- Find out what we’re doing to keep you safe, address antisocial behaviour and catch criminals.
- Get advice on how you can protect yourself and your property.

On the rare occasions we may need to cancel an event, we’ll notify you by posting on our Facebook page.

schedule

2:00 PM — 3:00 PM

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Wickford High Street, High Street, Wickford SS12 9AE

JUN30

Let's Talk - Vue Cinema

meeting

Let’s talk

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- Discuss local policing, raise concerns, and ask questions.
- Find out what we’re doing to keep you safe, address antisocial behaviour and catch criminals.
- Get advice on how you can protect yourself and your property.

On the rare occasions we may need to cancel an event, we’ll notify you by posting on our Facebook page.

schedule

4:00 PM — 5:00 PM

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Vue Cinema, East Sq., Basildon SS14 1HS

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