Hersham Crime Rate October 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Hersham's crime profile in October 2024 stands out as significantly safer than the UK average, with a recorded rate of 5.2 crimes per 1,000 residents—35.8% below the national figure of 8.1. This built-up area within Elmbridge, likely characterized by a mix of residential and commercial zones, saw violence and sexual offences dominate the crime profile, accounting for 35.6% of all incidents. Public order offences followed at 12.3%, while vehicle crime and other thefts each contributed around 11% and 9.6% respectively. The seasonal context of October—marked by the clocks going back and the approach of Halloween—may have influenced patterns, though no direct correlation is evident in the data. Hersham's rates for shoplifting and burglary were exceptionally low, 86% and 70% below the UK average respectively, suggesting that either the area's demographics or local infrastructure may deter such crimes. This could reflect a tightly knit community with effective policing or a lower density of retail spaces compared to more commercial hubs. The stability of Hersham's crime rate compared to the previous month, coupled with its consistently lower-than-average violent crime figures, indicates a resilient local environment that may benefit from targeted community engagement or environmental design features that reduce opportunities for crime.

October saw sharp increases in specific crime categories, with other theft surging by 600% (from 1 to 7 incidents) and vehicle crime doubling (from 4 to 8). These jumps may reflect heightened activity during darker evenings or changes in local routines. Conversely, anti-social behaviour fell by 54.5% (from 11 to 5), potentially linked to community initiatives or seasonal factors such as Halloween events. Violence and sexual offences, at 26 cases, remained the most common category, but their rate of 1.9 per 1,000 was 29% below the UK average. Shoplifting was 86% below the national rate, a stark contrast to other areas with high retail footfall. This disparity may indicate Hersham's built-up character, where commercial activity is concentrated but less vulnerable to opportunistic theft compared to more sprawling or tourist-heavy regions.

Hersham's crime rate in October 2024 remained stable at 5.2 per 1,000 residents, matching the same figure recorded in the previous month. This consistency suggests no abrupt shifts in local crime patterns, though seasonal factors such as shorter evenings and Halloween may have influenced specific incidents. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately two crimes reported each day, a figure that, while low, reflects the area's relatively secure environment compared to national averages. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 192 residents, highlighting the rarity of incidents in this built-up area. When scaled to Hersham's population of 14,003, this monthly exposure places the area firmly in the lower end of the UK crime spectrum. The stability in rates contrasts with broader UK trends, where crime typically fluctuates more sharply with seasonal changes, suggesting Hersham's community may have robust local mechanisms for crime prevention or rapid response.