Crime in Galleywood, Chelmsford: statistics, rates and trends
404 crimes were recorded in Galleywood, Chelmsford in the 12 months to August 2026, 71.2 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.7, and up 20% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime map
- Crime in Galleywood, Chelmsford at a glance
- Crime trends in Galleywood, Chelmsford
- Types of crime in Galleywood, Chelmsford
- Galleywood, Chelmsford compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Galleywood, Chelmsford
- What happened after crimes were reported in Galleywood, Chelmsford
- Demographics of Galleywood, Chelmsford
- Questions about crime in Galleywood, Chelmsford
- About this data
Crime map
Violence and sexual offences (168), vehicle crime (42) and anti-social behaviour (30) made up 59% of all recorded crime. Its crime rate ranks 2,174th of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site (1 = highest), in the lower half.
| Measure | Galleywood, Chelmsford | Chelmsford | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to August 2026 | 404 | 15,908 | 5,618,064 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 71.2 | 84.3 | 96.7 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +20% | +9% | -1% |
| Population | 5,675 | 188,803 | 58,127,638 |
Recorded crime in Galleywood, Chelmsford peaked in the year to August 2021 (598 crimes) and was lowest in the year to August 2025 (338). Between the years to August 2018 and 2026 it fell 1%, in line with England and Wales.
| Period | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year to August 2026 | 404 | 71.2 | 96.7 |
| Year to August 2025 | 338 | 59.6 | 97.2 |
| Year to August 2024 | 470 | 82.8 | 97.9 |
| Year to August 2023 | 370 | 65.2 | n/a |
| Year to August 2022 | 437 | 77.0 | 102.0 |
| Year to August 2021 | 598 | 105.4 | 101.4 |
| Year to August 2020 | 588 | 103.6 | 102.7 |
| Year to August 2019 | 567 | 99.9 | 101.7 |
| Year to August 2018 | 410 | 72.2 | 100.8 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| August 2026 | 23 |
| July 2026 | 37 |
| June 2026 | 48 |
| May 2026 | 43 |
| April 2026 | 42 |
| March 2026 | 23 |
| February 2026 | 28 |
| January 2026 | 32 |
| December 2025 | 27 |
| November 2025 | 39 |
| October 2025 | 36 |
| September 2025 | 26 |
Compared with England and Wales, Galleywood, Chelmsford recorded notably more vehicle crime (49% above the national rate) and burglary (39% above the national rate), and notably less anti-social behaviour (66% below) and shoplifting (44% below). On the year before, other theft rose from 21 to 29 and violence and sexual offences rose from 141 to 168.
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 168 | 29.6 | 34.2 | +19% |
| Vehicle crime | 42 | 7.4 | 5.0 | n/a |
| Anti-social behaviour | 30 | 5.3 | 15.4 | +3% |
| Other theft | 29 | 5.1 | 6.4 | +38% |
| Burglary | 28 | 4.9 | 3.6 | n/a |
| Criminal damage and arson | 27 | 4.8 | 6.7 | -4% |
| Shoplifting | 27 | 4.8 | 8.5 | 0% |
| Public order | 26 | 4.6 | 6.7 | +18% |
| Drugs | 11 | 1.9 | 3.3 | n/a |
| Other crime | 9 | 1.6 | 2.1 | n/a |
| Robbery | 4 | 0.7 | 1.4 | n/a |
| Bicycle theft | 2 | 0.4 | 0.8 | n/a |
| Theft from the person | 1 | 0.2 | 1.7 | n/a |
What each category covers: crime categories.
4 of the 8 nearest neighbourhoods have a higher crime rate than Galleywood, Chelmsford; the highest is Moulsham and Central (261.9 per 1,000) and the lowest Moulsham Lodge (34.4).
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Galleywood, Chelmsford |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goat Hall | 271 | 44.6 | -37% |
| Moulsham Lodge | 194 | 34.4 | -52% |
| Great Baddow West | 394 | 60.6 | -15% |
| Great Baddow East | 511 | 58.3 | -18% |
| Moulsham and Central | 4,072 | 261.9 | +268% |
| Waterhouse Farm | 662 | 96.6 | +36% |
| Trinity | 547 | 82.3 | +16% |
| Marconi | 1,279 | 137.1 | +93% |
The 10 locations below account for 68% of the crime recorded in Galleywood, Chelmsford over the 12 months to August 2026; the most were recorded at “Supermarket” (66).
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Supermarket | 66 |
| On or near Parking Area | 39 |
| On or near Barnard Road | 30 |
| On or near Moretons | 24 |
| On or near Skinner'S Lane | 21 |
| On or near Pyms Road | 20 |
| On or near Bakers Lane | 19 |
| On or near Home Mead | 19 |
| On or near Lower Green | 19 |
| On or near Watchouse Road | 19 |
Of the 374 crimes in Galleywood, Chelmsford with a recorded outcome, 33% ended with the investigation complete and no suspect identified, against 35% across England and Wales; 4.0% were awaiting a court outcome (England and Wales: 5.2%). The 30 anti-social behaviour reports have no outcome and are left out.
| Outcome | Crimes | Share | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 153 | 40.9% | 34.5% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 123 | 32.9% | 35.3% |
| Under investigation | 33 | 8.8% | 11.5% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 22 | 5.9% | 1.3% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 15 | 4.0% | 5.2% |
| Court result unavailable | 10 | 2.7% | 2.5% |
| Status update unavailable | 9 | 2.4% | 4.7% |
| Local resolution | 4 | 1.1% | 3.1% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 3 | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.3% | 0.5% |
Galleywood, Chelmsford has an estimated population of 5,675 (ONS, mid-2024). Compared with England and Wales it has less private renting (8.6%, against 20.3%), fewer students (4.3%, against 7.9%) and an older population (25%, against 19%). On the England IoD 2025, the small areas (LSOAs) that make up Galleywood, Chelmsford average decile 6.6 (1 = most deprived), less deprived than average.
| Measure | Galleywood, Chelmsford | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 19.6% | 18.3% |
| Aged 65 and over | 25.2% | 18.9% |
| Residents 16+ in work | 56.2% | 57.2% |
| Residents 16+ unemployed | 2.7% | 3.4% |
| Residents 16+ retired | 28.8% | 21.6% |
| Residents 16+ who are students | 4.3% | 7.9% |
| Residents 16+ with Level 4 qualifications or above (degree, HND and similar) | 28.9% | 33.8% |
| Residents 16+ with no qualifications | 18.4% | 18.2% |
| Households with no car or van | 17.1% | 23.3% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 72.1% | 62.5% |
| Social rented homes | 19.1% | 17.1% |
| Private rented homes | 8.6% | 20.3% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 6.6 | 5.5 (England) |
Is Galleywood, Chelmsford a safe place to live?
Galleywood, Chelmsford recorded 71.2 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to August 2026, lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.7, and ranks 2,174th of the 3,911 neighbourhoods on this site by crime rate (1 = highest). The categories most above the national rate were vehicle crime and burglary.
What is the most common crime in Galleywood, Chelmsford?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 168 reports in the 12 months to August 2026, followed by vehicle crime (42).
Is crime in Galleywood, Chelmsford going up or down?
Recorded crime in Galleywood, Chelmsford was up 20% on the year before: 404 crimes in the 12 months to August 2026 against 338 in the previous 12 months.
What is the population of Galleywood, Chelmsford?
About 5,675 people (ONS mid-2024 estimate), 25% of them aged 65 or over (England and Wales: 19%).
Which police force covers Galleywood, Chelmsford?
Galleywood, Chelmsford is policed by Essex.
Police-recorded crime from data.police.uk (September 2017 to August 2026), ONS population estimates and Census 2021. Definitions and limitations: methodology.