Broomfield Crime Rate March 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In March 2025, Broomfield—a built-up area within Chelmsford—experienced a crime rate of 10.2 per 1,000 residents, placing it 30.8% above the UK average of 7.8 per 1,000. This elevated rate translates to a daily risk of 2 crimes per day, a figure that, while seemingly low, amplifies when considered over the course of a month: one crime occurs for every 98 residents. The crime profile reveals a stark dominance of violent offences, which accounted for 69% of all incidents (40 cases), far exceeding the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000. This concentration of violence may be influenced by Broomfield's proximity to Chelmsford's urban core, where higher population density and social interactions could contribute to such patterns. Seasonal factors also play a role, as the transition to spring and longer evenings may have increased opportunities for anti-social behaviour and property crimes. Criminal damage and arson, at 7 incidents (12.1% of total crimes), rose sharply compared to the UK average, while anti-social behaviour, though still below the UK rate, saw a dramatic 300% increase. These shifts suggest a need to examine how local infrastructure, such as public spaces and transport hubs, might influence crime patterns during this time of year. The relatively low rates of burglary (1.7% of total crimes) and other theft (3.5%) may reflect Broomfield's built-up character, where property is more likely to be secured or monitored. However, the 233% spike in bicycle theft compared to the UK average raises questions about local cycling infrastructure and the visibility of theft opportunities in the area. As March progresses into spring, the interplay between these factors will be critical to understanding the broader crime profile.

March 2025 witnessed a stark 300% increase in anti-social behaviour, rising from 1 to 4 incidents—a shift that may reflect the transition to spring and lengthening evenings. Criminal damage and arson also surged by 133.3%, with 7 incidents reported, compared to 3 in February. This spike in property-related crimes contrasts with a 60% decline in other theft, which fell from 5 to 2 cases. Violence and sexual offences remain the dominant category, contributing 69% of all crimes and 156% above the UK average. Bicycle theft saw a 100% increase, jumping from 0 to 1 incident, a figure that dwarfs the UK average by 233%. These shifts highlight a combination of seasonal factors and local dynamics, with violent crime persisting as a critical concern despite reductions in other categories.

Broomfield's crime rate in March 2025 rose to 10.2 per 1,000 residents, marking a 31.8% increase from February's 7.7 per 1,000. This places the area 30.8% above the UK average of 7.8 per 1,000, a gap that has widened significantly over recent months. On a daily basis, 2 crimes were reported per day in March, though this figure does not account for population density or local context. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 98 residents, translating to a monthly exposure rate that would mean a resident has a 1-in-98 chance of being directly involved in a crime. This figure, while stark, must be contextualised within Broomfield's built-up nature and proximity to Chelmsford's urban infrastructure, which may influence both the frequency and visibility of reported incidents. The population of 5,707 residents means that even a small number of crimes can create a noticeable impact on local perceptions of safety, particularly when combined with the area's seasonal dynamics.