Cobham (Elmbridge) Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

November 2025 marked a combination of crime trends in Cobham (Elmbridge), with a total of 125 crimes reported at a rate of 6.7 per 1,000 residents. This figure, 8.2% below the UK average of 7.3, reflects a generally safer profile compared to national benchmarks, but the month’s specific patterns warrant closer attention. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 25.6% of all crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (24.0%) and public order offences (10.4%). The seasonal context of November—characterised by Bonfire Night, Black Friday shopping, and darker evenings—may partly explain the spikes in certain categories. For instance, the surge in public order offences could be linked to increased social gatherings and the challenges of managing events in a built-up area. Similarly, the rise in shoplifting may be connected to heightened retail activity during the holiday season. However, the data also reveals contrasting trends: while anti-social behaviour and vehicle crime are significantly above the UK average, shoplifting and theft from the person remain below national levels. This duality suggests that local factors, such as community engagement initiatives or targeted policing, may be influencing outcomes. The relatively low overall rate, combined with specific areas of concern, indicates that Cobham’s crime profile is shaped by a combination of seasonal dynamics, local demographics, and the effectiveness of existing crime prevention measures.

November 2025 saw a stark 100% increase in theft from the person, with one incident reported compared to zero in October. This rise, coupled with a 66.7% jump in shoplifting and a 62.5% surge in public order offences, highlights a concerning shift in crime patterns. Anti-social behaviour, already 51% above the UK average, remains a persistent issue, likely linked to the area’s built-up environment and seasonal factors such as Bonfire Night. Vehicle crime, 75% above the UK average, may reflect increased car-related activity during Black Friday shopping. While shoplifting rose, it remains 21% below the UK average, suggesting local retail security measures may be effective. Residents should remain alert to public order disturbances, which increased sharply and are 49% above the UK average for this category.

Cobham's crime rate in November 2025 rose by 3.2% compared to the previous month, moving from 6.5 to 6.7 per 1,000 residents. While this increase is modest, it underscores a need for vigilance during the month’s darker evenings and increased foot traffic. Locally, 4 crimes were reported per day on average, a figure that, while low, reflects the built-up nature of the area. Over the course of November, one crime occurred for every 149 residents, a monthly exposure rate that aligns with the area’s relatively low overall crime profile. The population context—18,564 residents—means that the impact of individual incidents is diluted, but the shift in crime types, such as the rise in public order offences, suggests evolving local challenges. This rate remains 8.2% below the UK average, but the directional change from October to November warrants attention to emerging trends.