Elmbridge Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Elmbridge’s crime profile in November 2025 reveals a delicate balance between property and violent crime, with the latter slightly edging out the former. Violent crimes accounted for 36.8% of all incidents, compared to 27.7% for property crimes, a dynamic that may reflect the area’s mix of residential and commercial zones. The overall crime rate of 5.4 per 1,000 residents, 26% below the UK average, underscores Elmbridge’s relatively low-risk environment. Violence and sexual offences dominated the breakdown at 2.0 per 1,000, significantly below the national rate of 2.6 per 1,000. This could be attributed to Elmbridge’s suburban character, where community policing and lower population density may deter such offences. Anti-social behaviour, at 0.8 per 1,000, also fell well below the UK average, linked to the area’s emphasis on local engagement initiatives. Seasonal factors played a role in November, with Bonfire Night and Black Friday shopping likely contributing to spikes in vehicle crime and theft from the person. However, the absence of a major increase in violent crime, despite darker evenings, suggests that Elmbridge’s safety measures and social cohesion remain effective. The relatively low rates of shoplifting (0.4 per 1,000) and criminal damage (0.4 per 1,000) further indicate a community that prioritizes crime prevention through both formal and informal means. While the data highlights areas for vigilance—such as the above-average rates of bicycle theft and weapons possession—it also reaffirms Elmbridge’s position as a safer-than-average local authority, where crime trends align with broader socioeconomic and geographic factors.

November 2025 saw a stark rise in theft from the person, jumping from 2 to 9 incidents—a 350% increase. This surge may be linked to the timing of Black Friday shopping. Meanwhile, vehicle crime rose by 25.5%, potentially influenced by seasonal factors such as increased traffic during the holiday shopping period. Conversely, anti-social behaviour and public order offences declined by 20.9% and 19.2%, respectively, suggesting a possible reduction in disruptive activities during the month. Elmbridge’s rate of bicycle theft (0.1 per 1,000) is 67% above the UK average, a discrepancy that may reflect local infrastructure or commuting patterns. In contrast, violent crime rates (2.0 per 1,000) are 22% below the UK average, indicating a lower incidence of aggression and sexual offences compared to the national trend.

Elmbridge’s crime rate in November 2025 remained stable at 5.4 per 1,000 residents, matching the previous month’s figure with a 0.6% decrease. This consistency suggests no major shifts in overall criminal activity. Daily crime counts averaged 26 incidents per day, reflecting a steady pace of reporting across the month. When scaled to the population, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for every 185 residents, a figure that contextualizes the rate within the local community’s size. Compared to the UK average, Elmbridge’s rate remains 26% lower, a gap that underscores the area’s relative safety. However, this does not eliminate the need for vigilance, particularly in areas where specific crime types—such as bicycle theft and possession of weapons—exceed national averages. The stability in the overall rate contrasts with the sharp increases in certain categories, highlighting the importance of monitoring trends at both the local and national levels.