Crime in Great Baddow West: statistics, rates and trends
371 crimes were recorded in Great Baddow West in the 12 months to July 2026, 57.1 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 14% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Great Baddow West at a glance
- Crime trends in Great Baddow West
- Types of crime in Great Baddow West
- Great Baddow West compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Great Baddow West
- What happened after crimes were reported in Great Baddow West
- Population and deprivation in Great Baddow West
- Questions about crime in Great Baddow West
- About this data
371 crimes were recorded in Great Baddow West in the 12 months to July 2026, 57.1 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 14% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 178 reports (48% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Great Baddow West has the 2,732nd highest crime rate.
| Measure | Great Baddow West | Chelmsford | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 371 | 15,643 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 57.1 | 82.9 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -14% | +7% | -1% |
| Population | 6,502 | 188,803 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Great Baddow West was highest in the year to July 2021 (630 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2026 (371). Over the whole period it fell 30%, against a fall of 4% across England and Wales. Rates use today's population for every year, so they show the direction of change rather than exact historic rates.
| Period | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year to July 2026 | 371 | 57.1 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 431 | 66.3 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 517 | 79.5 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 508 | 78.1 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 561 | 86.3 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 630 | 96.9 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 380 | 58.4 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 613 | 94.3 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 531 | 81.7 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 60 |
| June 2026 | 23 |
| May 2026 | 30 |
| April 2026 | 33 |
| March 2026 | 34 |
| February 2026 | 18 |
| January 2026 | 23 |
| December 2025 | 20 |
| November 2025 | 26 |
| October 2025 | 31 |
| September 2025 | 34 |
| August 2025 | 39 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Great Baddow West over the 12 months to July 2026. The index compares the local rate with England and Wales: 1.00 is the national rate, 2.00 is double it. The largest increases were in vehicle crime (+41%). The largest falls were in public order (-51%) and drugs (-45%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 178 | 27.4 | 0.80 | -5% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 40 | 6.2 | 0.40 | -20% |
| Vehicle crime | 31 | 4.8 | 0.97 | +41% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 29 | 4.5 | 0.66 | -6% |
| Other theft | 23 | 3.5 | 0.55 | -23% |
| Public order | 17 | 2.6 | 0.39 | -51% |
| Shoplifting | 17 | 2.6 | 0.32 | +21% |
| Burglary | 12 | 1.8 | 0.52 | -40% |
| Drugs | 11 | 1.7 | 0.52 | -45% |
| Other crime | 6 | 0.9 | 0.44 | -65% |
| Robbery | 4 | 0.6 | 0.46 | +300% |
| Possession of weapons | 2 | 0.3 | 0.32 | +100% |
| Bicycle theft | 1 | 0.2 | 0.19 | +0% |
Violence and sexual offences in Great Baddow West
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Great Baddow West recorded 178 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (27.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and down 5% on the year before. It made up 48.0% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Great Baddow West
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Great Baddow West recorded 40 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 20% on the year before. It made up 10.8% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Great Baddow West
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Great Baddow West recorded 31 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.8 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and up 41% on the year before. It made up 8.4% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Great Baddow West
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Great Baddow West recorded 29 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 6% on the year before. It made up 7.8% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Great Baddow West
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Great Baddow West recorded 23 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 23% on the year before. It made up 6.2% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Great Baddow West
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Great Baddow West recorded 17 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 51% on the year before. It made up 4.6% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Great Baddow West
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Great Baddow West recorded 17 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 21% on the year before. It made up 4.6% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Great Baddow West
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Great Baddow West recorded 12 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 40% on the year before. It made up 3.2% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Great Baddow West
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Great Baddow West recorded 11 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 45% on the year before. It made up 3.0% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Great Baddow West
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Great Baddow West recorded 6 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and down 65% on the year before. It made up 1.6% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Great Baddow West
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Great Baddow West recorded 4 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 300% on the year before. It made up 1.1% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Great Baddow West
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Great Baddow West recorded 2 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 100% on the year before. It made up 0.5% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Great Baddow West
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Great Baddow West recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 0.3% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Great Baddow West, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Great Baddow West.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Great Baddow West |
|---|---|---|---|
| Great Baddow East | 517 | 59.0 | +3% |
| Moulsham Lodge | 197 | 34.9 | -39% |
| Goat Hall | 251 | 41.3 | -28% |
| Moulsham and Central | 3,977 | 255.8 | +348% |
| Galleywood | 417 | 73.5 | +29% |
| Trinity | 524 | 78.8 | +38% |
| Waterhouse Farm | 660 | 96.3 | +69% |
| Chelmer Village and Beaulieu Park | 888 | 83.2 | +46% |
Police.uk records each crime at an approximate location, usually the centre of a nearby street or a landmark, to protect victims' privacy. These are the locations with the most reports in Great Baddow West over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Gardeners | 33 |
| On or near Dorset Avenue | 24 |
| On or near Supermarket | 22 |
| On or near Rothmans Place | 21 |
| On or near Dorset Close | 20 |
| On or near Hopwood View | 18 |
| On or near Pearl Square | 17 |
| On or near Sawkins Avenue | 15 |
| On or near Sawkins Gardens | 15 |
| On or near Parking Area | 11 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Great Baddow West over the 12 months to July 2026. Many cases are still open when the data is published, and anti-social behaviour has no outcome recorded, so these shares change as investigations finish.
| Outcome | Crimes | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 126 | 34.0% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 111 | 29.9% |
| Not recorded | 40 | 10.8% |
| Under investigation | 39 | 10.5% |
| Court result unavailable | 14 | 3.8% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 13 | 3.5% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 12 | 3.2% |
| Status update unavailable | 7 | 1.9% |
| Local resolution | 4 | 1.1% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 3 | 0.8% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.3% |
| Offender given a caution | 1 | 0.3% |
Great Baddow West has an estimated population of 6,502. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Great Baddow West sits in decile 6.2, close to the middle. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Great Baddow West |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 20.1% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 61.6% |
| Aged 65 and over | 18.4% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 64.7% |
| Social rented homes | 23.8% |
| Private rented homes | 11.4% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 6.2 |
Is Great Baddow West a safe place to live?
Great Baddow West recorded 57.1 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4. Crime is concentrated in a small number of places within most areas, often busy centres and transport hubs, so the rate for a single street can differ a lot from the area as a whole.
What is the most common crime in Great Baddow West?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 178 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (40).
Is crime in Great Baddow West going up or down?
Recorded crime in Great Baddow West was down 14% on the year before: 371 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 431 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Great Baddow West?
Great Baddow West is policed by Essex. Non-emergency crimes can be reported online to the force or by calling 101; in an emergency call 999.
How are these crime rates calculated?
Each rate is the number of crimes recorded by the police in the 12 months to July 2026, divided by the resident population and multiplied by 1,000. Crime data is from data.police.uk and population estimates are from the Office for National Statistics.
Figures are police-recorded crime published on data.police.uk, covering August 2017 to July 2026. Each crime is counted in the small area (LSOA) where it was recorded and added up to Great Baddow West. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.