Is Chelmsford Town Safe?
Crime statistics for Chelmsford Town. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.
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Crime Zone Map
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Crime by Category
Last 24 months — 13,931 total crimes recorded in Chelmsford Town
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Chelmsford Town — last 24 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Chelmsford Town safe?
Chelmsford Town has a CrimeRadar safety score of 9/100, rated High Crime. 6,806 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months. Chelmsford Town has above-average crime levels and caution is advised.
How many crimes were recorded in Chelmsford Town in the last 12 months?
6,806 crimes were recorded in Chelmsford Town in the last 12 months. This is a decrease of 4.5% compared to the previous 12-month period (7,125 crimes).
What is the most common crime in Chelmsford Town?
The most common crime in Chelmsford Town is Violent Crime, with 5,744 incidents recorded in the last 12 months. This accounts for 84.4% of all reported crimes in the area.
Is crime in Chelmsford Town increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Chelmsford Town is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 4.5% compared to the same period the previous year. This is a positive sign for the area.
What is the safety score for Chelmsford Town?
Chelmsford Town has a safety score of 9 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 Town compare to the Essex Police average?
Chelmsford Town has a safety score of 9/100, while the Essex Police force area average is 10/100. Chelmsford Town 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 Town?
55.3% of crimes in Chelmsford Town resulted in a formal resolution in the last 12 months. This means charges, cautions, penalty notices, or other official outcomes. The UK national average is typically 5–15% for most areas.
How much violent crime is there in Chelmsford Town?
5,744 violent crimes were recorded in Chelmsford Town in the last 12 months, representing 84.4% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for 1,063 incidents.
When was the crime data for Chelmsford Town last updated?
The crime data for Chelmsford Town was last updated in January 2026. CrimeRadar sources all data from the official UK Police Data API, operated by the Home Office. New data is published approximately every month with a 2-month lag.
How can I compare Chelmsford Town with other areas?
You can compare Chelmsford Town with any other UK neighbourhood using CrimeRadar's Compare tool. It shows side-by-side safety scores, crime volumes, category breakdowns, and resolution rates. Visit crimeradar.co.uk/compare to start a comparison.