Council extends funding for additional nighttime police patrols in Chelmsford city centre
30 October 2026To ensure Chelmsford remains safe and welcoming for all, extra police patrols will take place from 7pm until 3am on Fridays and Saturdays.
Night Marshal patrols extended in Chelmsford city centre
From 25 September, Chelmsford's CSAS and SIA accredited Night Marshals will be in the city centre on Friday and Saturday nights.
Council-funded police patrols deliver on challenging anti-social behaviour
Positive results achieved by Essex Police with additional evening and nighttime summer patrols.
Chelmsford’s night-time economy celebrated with 13th consecutive Purple Flag
Chelmsford has been awarded Purple Flag status for the 13th consecutive year, thanks to its varied, vibrant and safe night-time experience.
Residents invited to help improve Women’s Safety in Our City by becoming Active Bystanders
Free training shows residents how to safety step in if they see women in uncomfortable, threatening, dehumanising or distressing situations.
Impact of Safer Streets projects felt across Chelmsford
Recent data shows crime has fallen by over 20% in Trinity and The Lawns. The two wards are home to the Chelmer Valley Local Nature Reserve.
Chelmsford launches Women’s Safety Charter
Chelmsford has launched a Women’s Safety Charter for the city, to tackle behaviours that make women feel unsafe.