South Woodham Ferrers — Neighbourhood Policing Team
Local policing team in the Essex Police area: contact routes, current priorities and public events.
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Recorded crime — June 2026
71 street-level crimes recorded within this team’s boundary.
Compared with May 2026 (59): ▲ 12 (20%) higher. Recorded-crime counts fluctuate month to month.
- Violence and sexual offences39 · 55%
- Shoplifting9 · 13%
- Anti-social behaviour4 · 6%
- Criminal damage and arson4 · 6%
- Public order4 · 6%
- Other theft3 · 4%
- Other crime3 · 4%
- Drugs2 · 3%
Street-level open data from data.police.uk (Open Government Licence v3.0), counted within this team’s official boundary. Locations on data.police.uk are approximate — snapped to anonymised map points near where each crime occurred — so figures are a guide, not an exact address-level count. Captured 2026-08-08.
What happened to reported crimes — June 2026
51 recorded outcomes logged within this team’s boundary.
- Unable to prosecute suspect24 · 47%
- Investigation complete; no suspect identified17 · 33%
- Awaiting court outcome7 · 14%
- Formal action is not in the public interest3 · 6%
Recorded outcomes from data.police.uk (Open Government Licence v3.0). A crime and its outcome can fall in different months, so these do not map one-to-one onto the crime counts above. Captured 2026-08-09.
Current priorities
Concerns from residents about antisocial behaviour (ASB) in hotspot areas across Chelmsford and Maldon, including town centres, retail and night-time economy areas, residential neighbourhoods, estates, parks and public spaces, waterfront and seafront locations, and rural communities, where repeat nuisance ASB and some drug-related activity have been reported.
We’ve been listening to our residents and understand the impact Anti-Social behaviour can have on daily life and people’s sense of safety. In response, we will increase high-visibility patrols in these identified hotspot locations, supported by targeted activity. We will focus on areas where there are ongoing concerns, particularly around youth-related Anti-Social behaviour, nuisance behaviour and drug-related activity. We will deliver problem-solving plans, work with partners to address persistent locations and use early intervention and referrals to prevent escalation. Officers will continue to use local intelligence and partner data to direct activity where repeat demand is highest.
Set: 2026-07-02
Concerns from residents regarding vehicle theft in higher-risk locations across Chelmsford and Maldon, including town centre car parks, residential neighbourhoods, estates, commuter and transport hubs, key road networks, and rural areas vulnerable to acquisitive crime.
We have been listening to concerns and recognise the disruption vehicle theft causes within our communities. In response, we will carry out targeted patrols and enforcement activity in these identified locations and along key road networks, focusing on known hotspots and repeat victims. We will deliver intelligence-led activity, including proactive enforcement, to disrupt criminal behaviour. Alongside enforcement, we will work with residents and businesses to provide clear crime prevention advice and promote simple measures to reduce risk.
Set: 2026-07-02
Concerns about safety within night-time economy areas, particularly Chelmsford city centre (licensed premises, high-footfall streets, transport hubs, late-night venues) and Maldon town centre, where demand linked to violence and disorder is highest.
We understand how important it is that people feel safe when visiting our city and town centres, particularly during the night-time economy. In response, we will increase high-visibility patrols during peak evening and night-time periods within these locations, focusing on preventing violence and disorder. We will work closely with partners, including councils and local businesses, to deliver coordinated activity and targeted nights of action. This will include proactive patrols, enforcement and engagement to deter offending and respond quickly to incidents.
Set: 2026-07-02
Concerns from residents about burglary and protecting homes and businesses where vulnerability and repeat victimisation have been identified.
We know burglary can have a significant and lasting impact on victims and communities. In response, we will deliver proactive patrols in affected residential, rural and business locations and target those responsible for offending. We will use intelligence and analysis to identify patterns, repeat locations and linked offences and focus enforcement activity where it will have the greatest impact. Alongside this, neighbourhood policing teams and partners will provide prevention advice and reassurance activity to reduce risk and protect communities.
Set: 2026-07-02
Public events & surgeries
Lets Talk - Lidl Store, Maldon
2026-07-20 · Lidl store, Station Road, Maldon
Officers from your Neighbourhood policing team will be on hand to listen to your concerns about crime or antisocial behaviour, where you live or work. We can discuss solutions to the problems you raise, and where needed, work with our local partners to resolve ongoing issues. And if it's something we already know about, we can talk about what we’re doing to address it. It’s important that you talk to us about the things that are causing you concern in your community. If we have a better understanding of what’s happening, we can work to fix it. So come and talk to us and get to know those who are looking after your community in partnership with Maldon District Council. Please note that the event may be cancelled at short notice due to operational demands. If this is the case, we will let you know as soon as we can by posting on the district Facebook page. If you would like more information about the event, please get in touch by using the ‘contact us’ tab.
Let's Talk - Chelmsford Library
2026-07-22 · Chelmsford Library, Market Rd, Chelmsford
- Discuss local policing, raise concerns, and ask questions. - Find out what we’re doing to keep you safe, address anti-social behaviour and catch criminals. - Get advice on how you can protect yourself and your property. On the rare occasions we may need to cancel an event, we’ll notify you by posting on our Facebook page.
Lets Talk - John Lewis, Chelmsford
2026-07-23 · John Lewis & Partners, 50 Bond St, Chelmsford
Officers from your Neighbourhood policing team will be on hand to listen to your concerns about crime or antisocial behaviour, where you live or work. We can discuss solutions to the problems you raise, and where needed, work with our local partners to resolve ongoing issues. And if it's something we already know about, we can talk about what we’re doing to address it. It’s important that you talk to us about the things that are causing you concern in your community. If we have a better understanding of what’s happening, we can work to fix it. So come and talk to us and get to know those who are looking after your community in partnership with Maldon District Council. Please note that the event may be cancelled at short notice due to operational demands. If this is the case, we will let you know as soon as we can by posting on the district Facebook page. If you would like more information about the event, please get in touch by using the ‘contact us’ tab.
Let's Talk - Tesco's, Chelmsford
2026-08-10 · Tesco, Princes Rd, Chelmsford
- Discuss local policing, raise concerns, and ask questions. - Find out what we’re doing to keep you safe, address anti-social behaviour and catch criminals. - Get advice on how you can protect yourself and your property. On the rare occasions we may need to cancel an event, we’ll notify you by posting on our Facebook page.
Let's Talk - Wickes, Chelmsford
2026-08-17 · Wickes,1 Baynes Pl, Waterhouse Ln, Chelmsford
- Discuss local policing, raise concerns, and ask questions. - Find out what we’re doing to keep you safe, address anti-social behaviour and catch criminals. - Get advice on how you can protect yourself and your property. On the rare occasions we may need to cancel an event, we’ll notify you by posting on our Facebook page.
Let's Talk - Chelmsford Library
2026-08-19 · Chelmsford Library, Market Rd, Chelmsford
- Discuss local policing, raise concerns, and ask questions. - Find out what we’re doing to keep you safe, address anti-social behaviour and catch criminals. - Get advice on how you can protect yourself and your property. On the rare occasions we may need to cancel an event, we’ll notify you by posting on our Facebook page.
Lets Talk - Lidl Store, Maldon
2026-08-24 · Lidl store, Station Road, Maldon
Officers from your Neighbourhood policing team will be on hand to listen to your concerns about crime or antisocial behaviour, where you live or work. We can discuss solutions to the problems you raise, and where needed, work with our local partners to resolve ongoing issues. And if it's something we already know about, we can talk about what we’re doing to address it. It’s important that you talk to us about the things that are causing you concern in your community. If we have a better understanding of what’s happening, we can work to fix it. So come and talk to us and get to know those who are looking after your community in partnership with Maldon District Council. Please note that the event may be cancelled at short notice due to operational demands. If this is the case, we will let you know as soon as we can by posting on the district Facebook page. If you would like more information about the event, please get in touch by using the ‘contact us’ tab.
Let's Talk - Chelmsford Indoor Market
2026-08-26 · Chelmsford Indoor Market, Bellmead, Chelmsford
- Discuss local policing, raise concerns, and ask questions. - Find out what we’re doing to keep you safe, address anti-social behaviour and catch criminals. - Get advice on how you can protect yourself and your property. On the rare occasions we may need to cancel an event, we’ll notify you by posting on our Facebook page.
Let's Talk - Riverside Leisure Centre
2026-08-27 · Victoria Rd, Chelmsford CM1 1FG
- Discuss local policing, raise concerns, and ask questions. - Find out what we’re doing to keep you safe, address anti-social behaviour and catch criminals. - Get advice on how you can protect yourself and your property.
Lets Talk - John Lewis, Chelmsford
2026-08-28 · John Lewis & Partners, 50 Bond St, Chelmsford
Officers from your Neighbourhood policing team will be on hand to listen to your concerns about crime or antisocial behaviour, where you live or work. We can discuss solutions to the problems you raise, and where needed, work with our local partners to resolve ongoing issues. And if it's something we already know about, we can talk about what we’re doing to address it. It’s important that you talk to us about the things that are causing you concern in your community. If we have a better understanding of what’s happening, we can work to fix it. So come and talk to us and get to know those who are looking after your community in partnership with Maldon District Council. Please note that the event may be cancelled at short notice due to operational demands. If this is the case, we will let you know as soon as we can by posting on the district Facebook page. If you would like more information about the event, please get in touch by using the ‘contact us’ tab.
Event listings reflect the last data refresh — check the official team page before attending.
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