Hersham Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Hersham's crime rate for April 2025 remained remarkably low, at 3.9 per 1,000 residents—49.4% below the UK average of 7.7. This performance underscores the area's consistent safety record, a trend that has persisted despite seasonal fluctuations in activity. The most prevalent crime types were violence and sexual offences (25.5% of total incidents) and anti-social behaviour (25.5%), both of which were significantly below the UK average. Violence and sexual offences in Hersham were recorded at 1.0 per 1,000 residents, a figure 62% lower than the national average of 2.6 per 1,000. The area's anti-social behaviour rate of 1.0 per 1,000 also fell 25% below the UK average of 1.3 per 1,000. These figures suggest that Hersham's built-up environment, likely characterised by a mix of residential and commercial areas, contributes to a crime profile that is both stable and relatively low in violent incidents. The seasonal context of April—marked by Easter and the onset of spring—may have influenced crime patterns. Increased outdoor activity during this period could have contributed to higher visibility and deterrence of certain crimes, though the sharp drop in shoplifting (from seven to one case) may also reflect targeted retail security measures or reduced foot traffic during the Easter holiday. Overall, the data indicates that Hersham's crime profile remains well-managed, with a strong emphasis on non-violent, low-level incidents that are effectively mitigated through local policing and community initiatives.

April 2025 saw a sharp 85.7% reduction in shoplifting, with reported cases falling from seven to one. This decline, while significant, contrasts with the 200% increase in burglary, which rose from one to three incidents. The rise in burglary may reflect heightened activity during Easter, when homes are often unoccupied or left vulnerable. Meanwhile, violence and sexual offences decreased by 50%, a drop from 28 to 14 cases, suggesting a possible reduction in alcohol-fuelled incidents during the Easter period. Drug-related crimes also surged by 150%, with cases jumping from two to five. This increase may be linked to seasonal patterns of illicit activity. Hersham's rate of violence and sexual offences (1.0 per 1,000) is 62% below the UK average (2.6 per 1,000), highlighting the area's consistently lower levels of violent crime compared to the national picture. For residents, the steep decline in shoplifting may indicate improved security measures or seasonal shifts in retail activity.

Hersham's crime rate in April 2025 dropped to 3.9 per 1,000 residents, a 19.1% decrease from the previous month's rate of 4.9. This reduction, though modest, aligns with broader seasonal trends observed in similar built-up areas during spring. Daily crime activity averaged two incidents per day, a figure that, while low, reflects the area's generally stable environment. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for every 255 residents, a statistic that contextualises the risk in terms of population exposure. This monthly exposure rate is lower than the UK average, which is not directly comparable due to the lack of aggregated national data. The population context further illustrates that Hersham's crime profile remains well below the national benchmark, with a consistent pattern of low-level, non-violent incidents dominating the statistics. The decrease in overall crime, paired with the absence of a significant spike in violent crime, suggests that local factors—such as increased community engagement or seasonal activity patterns—may have contributed to this trend.