Cobham (Elmbridge) Crime Rate May 2023 | Monthly Statistics

The crime mix in Cobham (Elmbridge) during May 2023 reveals a combination of violent and property-related offences, with violence and sexual offences dominating at 42.3% of all reported crimes. This stark contrast to the UK average, where such offences account for 35% of the national total, highlights Cobham's unique profile. While the area's overall crime rate of 6.6 per 1,000 residents—17.5% below the UK's 8.0—suggests a relatively safe environment, the dominance of violent crime over property crime may reflect local demographics or social dynamics. Anti-social behaviour, contributing 23.6% of crimes, was 20% above the UK average, indicating a need for targeted interventions in community spaces. Public order offences, however, were 24% below the UK average, possibly due to effective policing or lower levels of alcohol-fuelled incidents. Seasonal factors such as May's longer evenings and bank holidays may have amplified outdoor socialising, contributing to the rise in violence and anti-social behaviour. The absence of significant spikes in vehicle crime or burglary—both 56% and 35% below UK averages, respectively—suggests that residential areas remain relatively secure, though the increase in other theft raises questions about unsecured commercial premises or opportunistic behaviour. This profile aligns with Cobham's character as a suburban area within Elmbridge, where proximity to urban centres may drive certain crime patterns while lower population density mitigates others.

May 2023 saw a striking 233.3% increase in other theft, rising from three to ten incidents. This jump, while not yet explained by local authorities, could reflect heightened activity in commercial zones or unsecured premises. Concurrently, violence and sexual offences surged by 67.7%, climbing from 31 to 52 cases—a shift that may be linked to seasonal factors such as increased socialising in public spaces. Anti-social behaviour, which accounted for 23.6% of all crimes, remained 20% above the UK average, suggesting a persistent challenge in community engagement or policing focus. Criminal damage and arson fell by 60%, dropping from five to two incidents, due to targeted enforcement or seasonal apathy in vandalism. The area's public order offences, at 0.5 per 1,000, were 24% below the UK average, a contrast to its higher-than-average anti-social behaviour rates. Residents may find the 100% increase in theft from the person—rising from one to two cases—particularly concerning, given its direct impact on personal safety.

Cobham's crime rate in May 2023 rose by 33.7% compared to the previous month, climbing from 5.0 to 6.6 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though significant, still positions the area 17.5% below the UK average of 8.0. On a daily basis, the area recorded an average of four crimes per day during May, reflecting a consistent but manageable local rhythm. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 151 residents, illustrating a relatively low monthly exposure compared to other areas. This rate, when contextualised against Cobham's population of 18,564, suggests that while crime has risen, the area remains safer than the national average. The shift in the crime mix—from a more property-focused profile in April to a stronger emphasis on violence and anti-social behaviour in May—may be influenced by seasonal factors such as longer evenings and increased outdoor socialising, which can heighten interactions in public spaces. These patterns align with broader trends observed in similar suburban areas during late spring.