Galleywood Crime Rate June 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Galleywood's crime profile in June 2023 reflects a mix of stability and localized spikes, with the area's overall crime rate of 3.0 per 1,000 residents remaining 64.7% below the UK average of 8.5 per 1,000. This figure, while low, masks a significant increase in anti-social behaviour, which rose by 100% compared to May, marking the most notable shift in the month. The top three crime types—violence and sexual offences (33.3% of total), anti-social behaviour (23.8%), and other theft (19.1%)—illustrate a pattern where interpersonal and property-related issues dominate. Violence and sexual offences. from May's 17 incidents, still remain 66% below the UK average, suggesting that Galleywood's built-up character within Chelmsford may contribute to lower rates of violent crime. Anti-social behaviour, however, surged to five incidents, a stark contrast to its absence in May. This spike may be linked to the start of summer, when increased social activity and longer daylight hours can amplify public disorder. Other theft and public order offences also rose. The seasonal context of June—marking the beginning of the summer period—may have influenced these trends, as outdoor spaces become more frequented and local events gain momentum. While the overall crime rate remains exceptionally low, the sudden rise in anti-social behaviour highlights a specific concern that could indicate pressures on community policing resources or changes in local demographics during this time of year.

June 2023 saw a sharp 100% increase in anti-social behaviour, rising from zero to five incidents, a development that contrasts with the overall downward trend in the area's crime rate. This surge, though still significantly below the UK average (53% below), underscores a specific spike in disruptive incidents that may reflect seasonal factors such as increased social gatherings. Simultaneously, other theft incidents doubled, reaching four cases, while public order offences also increased by 100%. These rises occurred alongside a 58.8% decrease in violence and sexual offences, which fell from 17 to seven cases. Violence and sexual offences in Galleywood remain 66% below the UK average of 2.9 per 1,000, illustrating a stark divergence from national trends. The balance between property and violent crime also shifted, with property crimes (7) and violent crimes (7) now nearly equal, a change from May's more pronounced focus on violent incidents. Residents should be particularly vigilant regarding anti-social behaviour, which has more than doubled in a single month, suggesting potential vulnerabilities in community safety measures during the summer season.

Galleywood's crime rate in June 2023 stood at 3.0 per 1,000 residents, marking a 32.3% decrease from the previous month's rate of 4.4 per 1,000. This reduction places the area well below the UK average of 8.5 per 1,000, with a 64.7% gap. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one reported crime per day over the 30-day period, reflecting a low-frequency pattern consistent with a built-up area within Chelmsford. When scaled to the population of 7,114, this equates to one reported crime occurring for roughly every 339 residents over the course of the month. While this monthly exposure is low, the distribution of crime types shows specific fluctuations that warrant attention. The shift in crime dynamics between May and June highlights a combination of local factors, including seasonal transitions and community activity patterns, that may influence crime trends in this urban-suburban boundary area.