Cobham Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Cobham (Elmbridge) recorded a crime rate of 4.7 per 1,000 residents in June 2024, placing it 42.7% below the UK average of 8.2. This figure reflects a continuation of the area’s historically low crime levels, though the month-on-month changes reveal intriguing shifts in specific categories. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 27.6% of all crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (21.8%) and vehicle crime (12.6%). The dominance of violence-related offences, which are 53% below the UK average, suggests that local factors—such as the area’s suburban character and limited nightlife—may play a role in shaping crime patterns. Anti-social behaviour, while lower than the national average, remains a persistent issue, potentially linked to the built-up nature of the area and its residential density. Vehicle crime, though modest in number, is 33% above the UK average, which could be attributed to the presence of commuter roads or increased summer traffic. Seasonal factors, such as the start of the summer holidays and longer daylight hours, may also influence crime trends, with some categories—like shoplifting—dropping by 50% compared to May. However, the absence of significant spikes in other areas, such as burglary or theft from the person, indicates that Cobham’s crime profile remains distinct from more densely populated urban centres. This data underscores the importance of contextual analysis, as local geography and community characteristics likely contribute to the area’s unique crime dynamics.

June 2024 saw a dramatic 100% increase in possession of weapons, rising from 0 to 2 incidents. This sharp rise, though small in absolute terms, may reflect heightened awareness or specific local events. Meanwhile, vehicle crime surged by 57.1%, with 11 incidents reported compared to 7 in May. This could be linked to increased summer activity or changes in parking patterns in the area. Conversely, public order offences fell by 63.6%, from 11 to 4, due to reduced public gatherings as summer began. Shoplifting also dropped by 50%, aligning with a broader trend of lower property crimes. Violence and sexual offences decreased by 45.5%, from 44 to 24, though this remains 53% below the UK average. These shifts suggest a combination of seasonal factors and local dynamics, with some categories responding more acutely to environmental changes than others.

Cobham’s crime rate in June 2024 fell to 4.7 per 1,000 residents, a 29.8% decrease from 6.7 per 1,000 in May. This marks a continuation of the downward trend observed in recent months, though seasonal factors may influence the pace of change. On average, 3 crimes were reported daily in June, a figure that, while modest, reflects the area’s relatively low overall crime rate. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for every 213 residents, underscoring the rarity of incidents in this built-up area. When compared to the UK average, Cobham’s performance remains strikingly consistent, with its crime rate 42.7% below the national level. This suggests that local policing strategies, community engagement, or the area’s demographic profile may contribute to sustained safety. The population-scaled perspective further highlights that, despite the 100% increase in possession of weapons, the absolute number of such incidents remains low, reinforcing the broader context of a secure environment.