Is Chelmsford West Safe?
Crime statistics for Chelmsford West. Based on official UK Police data, updated March 2026.
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Crime Zone Map
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Crime by Category
Last 24 months — 2,010 total crimes recorded in Chelmsford West
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Chelmsford West — last 24 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Chelmsford West safe?
Chelmsford West has a CrimeRadar safety score of 11/100, rated High Crime. A total of 919 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 15.8% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Crime levels in Chelmsford West are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Chelmsford West in the last 12 months?
919 crimes were recorded in Chelmsford West in the last 12 months, spanning all reported crime categories from violent crime to vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. This represents a decrease of 15.8% compared to the previous 12-month period (1,091 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 758 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Chelmsford West?
The most common crime in Chelmsford West is Violent Crime, with 758 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 82.5% of all reported crimes in the area. You can view a full breakdown of all crime categories, including anti-social behaviour, vehicle crime, and burglary, in the Crime by Category section on this page.
Is crime in Chelmsford West increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Chelmsford West is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 15.8% — from 1,091 crimes in the previous 12 months to 919 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Chelmsford West?
Chelmsford West has a safety score of 11 out of 100 (High Crime). CrimeRadar safety scores are calculated from crime volume, year-on-year trend, and crime resolution rate. A score of 85+ is Very Safe, 65–84 is Safe, 45–64 is Average, 25–44 is Below Average, and below 25 is High Crime.
How does Chelmsford West compare to the Essex Police average?
Chelmsford West has a safety score of 11/100, while the Essex Police force area average is 12/100. Chelmsford West is below the force average for safety. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.
What is the crime resolution rate in Chelmsford West?
55.4% of crimes recorded in Chelmsford West resulted in a formal outcome in the last 12 months. Formal outcomes include charges brought, cautions issued, fixed penalty notices, or other official resolutions recorded by Essex Police. The national average outcome rate in England and Wales is typically 5–15% across most crime types. A higher rate suggests more effective local enforcement.
How much violent crime is there in Chelmsford West?
758 violent crimes were recorded in Chelmsford West in the last 12 months — representing 82.5% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 136 incidents. Violent crime encompasses assault, robbery, and related offences as classified by the UK Home Office. Data is sourced from official police reports submitted to data.police.uk.
When was the crime data for Chelmsford West last updated?
The crime data for Chelmsford West was last updated in March 2026. CrimeRadar sources all crime data directly from the official UK Police Data API, operated by the Home Office and published at data.police.uk under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Data is refreshed monthly and covers the most recent 36-month period. New monthly data is typically published with a 2-month lag.
How can I compare Chelmsford West with other areas?
You can compare Chelmsford West with any other UK neighbourhood or city using the CrimeRadar Compare tool. It shows side-by-side safety scores, crime volumes by category, year-on-year trends, and crime resolution rates. The Compare tool covers all 44 police force areas across England, Wales and Northern Ireland, with more than 4,000 built neighbourhoods available.