Cobham (Elmbridge) Crime Rate December 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Cobham (Elmbridge) maintains a crime rate of 3.6 per 1,000 residents in December 2024, placing it 49.3% below the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000. This disparity reflects a broader trend where the area consistently records lower crime exposure compared to national benchmarks. The most prevalent crime type is violence and sexual offences, accounting for 39.4% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (16.7%) and public order offences (9.1%). These figures may be partly explained by the area’s built-up character and limited commercial density, which could reduce opportunities for certain types of crime. Seasonal factors in December—such as Christmas shopping, party season, and extended dark evenings—may contribute to increased reports of violence and anti-social behaviour. Shoplifting rates in Cobham are 82% below the UK average, a stark contrast to the 67% above average for possession of weapons. This divergence highlights the complexity of local crime patterns, where some categories align closely with national trends while others deviate significantly. The area’s relatively low crime rate, combined with its suburban layout, suggests a community where daily life is less frequently disrupted by criminal activity, though targeted issues like weapon possession remain areas for further scrutiny.

December 2024 saw a 23.8% increase in violence and sexual offences, rising from 21 to 26 incidents. This aligns with seasonal patterns of heightened social activity during the festive period. Vehicle crime surged by 66.7% (3 to 5), a shift that may reflect increased parking activity during holiday shopping. Conversely, burglary dropped by 72.7% (11 to 3), possibly linked to seasonal home occupancy patterns or improved security measures. Possession of weapons rose by 100%, climbing from 0 to 2 incidents—a figure that is 67% above the UK average. This anomaly deserves closer attention, though its significance remains unclear without further context. The sharp decline in other theft (73.3%) and robbery (66.7%) contrasts with the upward trend in violent crime, illustrating a complex mix of seasonal and situational influences.

Cobham's December 2024 crime rate of 3.6 per 1,000 residents represents a 38.8% decrease from November's 5.8 per 1,000, reflecting a marked downward trend. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 281 residents, illustrating a low-frequency profile compared to the UK average. Daily crime context shows an average of two crimes per day in Cobham, a figure that aligns with the area’s built-up character and likely lower population density compared to major urban centres. The population-scaled perspective reveals that residents face a 1-in-281 chance of experiencing a reported crime monthly, a statistic that contextualises the rate as relatively rare within the community. This contrast with the UK average highlights Cobham’s unique position as an area with historically lower crime exposure, possibly influenced by its suburban layout and limited commercial density.