Elmbridge Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 141,926, Elmbridge saw 692 crimes in April 2025, translating to a crime rate of 4.9 per 1,000 residents. This figure is 36.4% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000, placing it among the safer local authority districts in England. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 31.1% of all reported incidents (215 cases), followed by anti-social behaviour (16.0%) and public order offences (10.0%). These patterns align with Elmbridge’s character as a predominantly suburban area with a mix of residential communities and commercial zones. The seasonal context of April—marked by Easter holidays and spring weather—may have influenced the volume of outdoor activity, potentially contributing to higher reports of public order and anti-social behaviour. However, the overall rate remains significantly lower than the UK average, suggesting effective local policing or community initiatives. The data also highlights a marked underrepresentation of vehicle crime compared to UK averages, which could reflect Elmbridge’s lower density of car-centric environments or better parking security measures. This contrast with the UK’s higher vehicle crime rates underscores the importance of context in interpreting crime statistics, as urban areas with greater traffic congestion and commuter populations often see higher vehicle-related offences.

April 2025 saw notable shifts in crime patterns compared to March, with robbery and possession of weapons both increasing by 100% and 50% respectively. Robbery cases rose from 2 to 4, while possession of weapons climbed from 6 to 9—both figures indicating a sharp upward trend in specific categories. Conversely, shoplifting and bicycle theft both declined significantly, with shoplifting falling by 31.8% (from 44 to 30 cases) and bicycle theft dropping by 66.7% (from 12 to 4). These decreases may reflect seasonal factors, such as reduced foot traffic in retail areas during Easter or improved security measures in high-theft zones. The balance between violent and property crimes also shifted slightly, with violence and sexual offences (31.1%) remaining the dominant category, though their share of total crimes was 43% below the UK average. This divergence from national trends is consistent with Elmbridge’s suburban profile, where property crimes like burglary and vehicle crime are less prevalent than in more densely populated urban areas. Vehicle crime increased by 50% (from 34 to 51 cases), a rise that may be linked to seasonal variations in car usage or temporary disruptions in local transport networks.

Elmbridge’s crime rate of 4.9 per 1,000 in April 2025 represents a 1.5% increase from March’s 4.8 per 1,000, indicating a stable overall trend. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly 23 crimes per day—a figure that, while modest, reflects the cumulative impact of individual incidents over time. When scaled to the local population, the monthly exposure rate of 1-in-205 residents being a victim of crime illustrates the relatively low risk faced by Elmbridge’s residents compared to the UK average. This statistic is particularly significant when contextualised against the area’s demographic profile: a largely suburban district with a strong emphasis on community policing and local engagement. The comparison to the UK average also reveals striking disparities in specific crime categories. For instance, Elmbridge’s rate of violence and sexual offences (1.5 per 1,000) is 43% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000, suggesting that the area’s lower population density and effective crime prevention strategies may contribute to this gap. Similarly, shoplifting in Elmbridge (0.2 per 1,000) is 70% below the UK average of 0.7 per 1,000, potentially reflecting the absence of large retail hubs or targeted anti-theft measures. These comparative insights highlight the importance of tailoring crime reduction efforts to the unique characteristics of each local authority, rather than adopting a one-size-fits-all approach.