Esher Crime Rate February 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Esher’s crime rate in February 2024 stood at 4.3 per 1,000, placing the area 39.4% below the UK average of 7.1. This figure reflects a persistent trend of lower-than-national crime levels, a pattern consistent with Esher’s status as a built-up area within Elmbridge, where a mix of residential and commuter-focused demographics may contribute to a more stable security environment. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 25% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour and burglary at 12.5% each. Violence and sexual offences in Esher were 56% below the UK average, a stark contrast to burglary, which was 67% above the national rate. This divergence may be influenced by Esher’s relatively compact built-up area, where property crimes—particularly burglary—could be more concentrated due to factors like proximity to high-value residences or limited surveillance in certain zones. Seasonal context also plays a role: February’s low outdoor activity and pre-spring lull may have contributed to the overall downward trend, though the sharp rise in burglary and theft from the person suggests localized vulnerabilities that warrant further scrutiny. The area’s crime profile thus illustrates a combination of geographic characteristics, seasonal patterns, and specific crime types, with violent crime remaining subdued while property-related offences present a more nuanced challenge.

February 2024 saw a 20% drop in Esher’s overall crime rate compared to January, with property crimes accounting for 52.5% of the total and violent crimes 25%. The most significant change was a 100% increase in theft from the person, rising from 0 to 1 incident, a rare spike in this category. Conversely, anti-social behaviour and public order offences each fell by 50%, suggesting a temporary reduction in disruptive activity during the winter lull. Burglary also rose sharply, increasing by 66.7% to 5 incidents, a figure that remains 67% above the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000. This contrast highlights the area’s unique crime profile, where property-related offences—particularly burglary—outpace national trends, while violent crime rates remain 56% below the UK average. For residents, the 50% decrease in anti-social behaviour offers a practical insight into the area’s seasonal fluctuations and community-focused policing efforts.

Esher's crime rate in February 2024 fell by 20.0% compared to the previous month, reflecting a continued decline in reported incidents. With 40 total crimes recorded over 29 days, the area experienced roughly one crime per day, a figure that translates to a monthly exposure of one reported crime for every 231 residents. This rate underscores a relatively low level of criminal activity compared to the UK average, though the local context—Esher’s status as a built-up area within Elmbridge—suggests a mix of residential and commuter-focused demographics that may influence crime patterns. The drop in anti-social behaviour and public order offences by 50% each highlights a possible seasonal lull, consistent with February’s typically lower outdoor activity and pre-spring transition. While burglary and theft from the person rose, these increases remain isolated within the broader downward trend, indicating that the area’s overall safety profile remains stable. For residents, the daily crime count serves as a tangible metric to gauge local security, though the low frequency of incidents aligns with Esher’s broader historical trend of maintaining crime rates well below national averages.