Galleywood Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Galleywood’s crime rate in November 2025 stood at 5.8 crimes per 1,000 residents, placing it 20.5% below the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000. This built-up area within Chelmsford exhibits a distinct crime profile shaped by its suburban character and proximity to commercial hubs. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 29.3% of all reported crimes, followed by burglary (19.5%) and vehicle crime (14.6%). While the rate of violent crime in Galleywood is 34% lower than the UK average, property crimes show a mixed picture: burglary is 267% above the national average, while shoplifting and public order offences are significantly below. Seasonal factors likely influenced patterns, with Bonfire Night and Black Friday shopping potentially contributing to fluctuations. The lower-than-average violent crime rate may reflect the area’s relatively stable residential demographics, though the sharp increase in burglary and vehicle crime suggests localized vulnerabilities that warrant further analysis. The overall picture illustrates a balance between community safety and specific risks tied to property and vehicle-related incidents.

November 2025 saw significant shifts in Galleywood’s crime profile, with burglary and vehicle crime surging by 300% and 200% respectively. These increases, from 2 to 8 and 2 to 6 incidents, may be linked to seasonal factors such as Black Friday shopping, which could have led to more vehicles being left unattended or targeted. Conversely, shoplifting plummeted by 77.8%, declining from 9 to 2 incidents—a drop that may reflect heightened security measures or reduced foot traffic during the month. Burglary’s 267% above-UK-average rate highlights a critical local concern, particularly as the UK average for burglary is 0.3 per 1,000 compared to Galleywood’s 1.1. Meanwhile, violence and sexual offences remained the most common category, though their rate (1.7 per 1,000) is 34% below the UK average. Residents may find the sharp reduction in shoplifting noteworthy, as it suggests effective policing or retail strategies during peak shopping periods. The contrast between rising property crimes and falling violent crime underscores the need for targeted interventions in areas where vehicles and homes are vulnerable.

Galleywood’s crime rate in November 2025 was 5.8 per 1,000 residents, a slight decline of 2.4% from the previous month’s rate of 5.9. This small decrease aligns with the broader trend of lower-than-average crime levels in the area. On a daily basis, the local figure of roughly 1 crime per day (41 total crimes over 30 days) suggests a consistently low level of criminal activity compared to larger urban centres. When scaled to the population, the monthly exposure of 1 reported crime for every 174 residents provides a tangible measure of risk for local residents. This ratio is particularly meaningful in a built-up area like Galleywood, where community cohesion and local policing may contribute to maintaining lower crime rates. While the overall rate remains well below the UK average, the disparity in specific crime types—such as burglary’s 267% above-average rate—illustrates the importance of localized analysis. The comparison also highlights that Galleywood’s residents experience a crime environment that is safer than the national average, though targeted efforts may still be needed to address emerging property crime trends.