Elmbridge Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Elmbridge’s crime rate in June 2024 stood at 5.2 per 1,000 residents, a figure 36.6% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. This performance highlights the area’s consistent safety record, though seasonal factors may influence certain crime types. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (33.5% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (19.9%) and public order offences (9.7%). These patterns align with the district’s character as a largely suburban and commuter-focused area, where public spaces and community interactions shape the crime profile. The start of summer, with longer days and the beginning of the tourism season in nearby coastal regions, may contribute to increased anti-social behaviour and shoplifting, as seen in the data. However, the overall decline in crime compared to the UK average suggests that local initiatives—such as effective policing or community engagement—may play a role in maintaining lower rates. Violence and sexual offences, while the most frequent category, remain significantly below the UK average, reflecting Elmbridge’s lower population density and more stable social environment. Public order offences also show a marked reduction, 18% below the UK average, which may be linked to targeted enforcement during summer months. The data underscores that while Elmbridge is not immune to fluctuations, its crime picture remains safer than the national trend.

June 2024 saw notable shifts in Elmbridge’s crime profile, with anti-social behaviour increasing by 20.5% (122 to 147 incidents) and shoplifting rising by 15.6% (45 to 52). These increases may reflect the start of summer, when public spaces see more activity and potentially more disputes. Conversely, theft from the person fell sharply by 66.7% (from 6 to 2 incidents), linked to heightened awareness during warmer evenings or changes in pedestrian patterns. Violence and sexual offences, the most common crime category (33.5% of total), remained 35% below the UK average at 1.8 per 1,000. This suggests that while certain categories are rising, others are declining in ways that may align with seasonal trends or local initiatives. The 33.3% increase in robbery (3 to 4 incidents) is particularly striking, though the small absolute number means its impact on the overall rate remains limited. Residents may find the 36.6% UK comparison figure useful, as it underscores Elmbridge’s relative safety despite localized fluctuations.

Elmbridge's crime rate in June 2024 fell by 5.8% compared to May, reflecting a continued downward trend. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 192 residents, a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure for local residents. Daily crime counts averaged 25 incidents per day, a manageable figure when compared to the district’s population of 141,926. This rate remains significantly lower than the UK average, with Elmbridge’s overall crime rate of 5.2 per 1,000 residents placing it 36.6% below the national benchmark. The population-scaled perspective highlights that while crime is not absent, its frequency is proportionally much lower than in other areas. This suggests that local factors—such as community engagement, policing strategies, or demographic characteristics—may contribute to the sustained reduction in crime. The 1-in-192 monthly exposure figure, though abstract, provides a tangible sense of risk for residents, particularly when contrasted with the UK-wide average.