Cobham (Elmbridge) Crime Rate October 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Cobham (Elmbridge) recorded a crime rate of 7.8 per 1,000 residents in October 2023, placing it 2.5% below the UK average. This performance contrasts with the previous month, which saw a 32.2% increase in the overall rate. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 25.7% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (22.9%) and vehicle crime (15.3%). The seasonal context of October—marked by darker evenings, the transition to British Summer Time, and the approach of Halloween—likely influenced patterns of activity and crime. While the decrease in violence and sexual offences may reflect reduced opportunities for such crimes during the shorter daylight hours, the rise in anti-social behaviour and vehicle crime suggests other factors at play. Vehicle crime, in particular, surged by 120% month-on-month, far exceeding the UK average by 131%. This could be attributed to increased traffic or changes in parking patterns during the autumn season. Anti-social behaviour also rose significantly, 41% above the UK average, linked to the social dynamics of a suburban area during the transition to colder weather. Despite these increases, the overall rate remains lower than the national benchmark, indicating that Cobham's local initiatives and community structures may be contributing to a relatively safer environment. The lower-than-average rates for shoplifting, criminal damage, and burglary—14%, 37%, and 41% below the UK average respectively—suggest that targeted measures in these areas have been effective. However, the sharp rise in vehicle crime highlights the need for continued vigilance and tailored strategies to address this emerging trend.

October 2023 saw a 14% decrease in violence and sexual offences, the most common crime category, dropping from 43 to 37 incidents. This reduction may be linked to seasonal factors such as shorter evenings and the timing of Halloween, which could have influenced community activity patterns. Meanwhile, vehicle crime surged by 120%, rising from 10 to 22 incidents—a stark increase that outpaces the UK average by 131%. Anti-social behaviour also rose sharply, with 33 incidents reported, placing the category 41% above the UK average. This suggests a need for targeted interventions in public spaces. Shoplifting remained 14% below the UK average, indicating that retail areas may have implemented effective security measures. The increase in criminal damage and arson, which rose by 133.3% from 3 to 7 incidents, highlights a potential rise in vandalism during the autumn season.

Cobham's crime rate in October 2023 rose by 32.2% compared to the previous month, moving from 5.9 to 7.8 per 1,000 residents. While this increase is notable, the area remains 2.5% below the UK average. On a daily basis, 5 crimes were reported over the 31 days, averaging roughly one reported crime for every 129 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure figure provides context for local residents, showing that crime is relatively infrequent in the area. The population-scaled perspective highlights that, despite the month-on-month rise, Cobham's overall crime rate remains lower than the national benchmark. This contrast underscores the need to consider both local and national trends when assessing public safety. The increase in specific categories, such as vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour, warrants closer examination of local factors that may have contributed to these shifts.