Elmbridge Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Elmbridge’s February 2026 crime rate of 4.7 per 1,000 residents remains 26.6% below the UK average, reflecting a generally safe environment. Violence and sexual offences dominate the crime profile, accounting for 36.5% of all reported incidents, a figure that is 27% lower than the national average. This suggests that while violent crime is a persistent concern, local factors—such as community policing efforts or demographic characteristics—may mitigate its impact compared to other areas. Other theft (10.6% of total crimes) and anti-social behaviour (9.8%) follow as the second and third most common categories, with the former exceeding the UK average by 19%. The seasonal context of February—a winter month with low outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull—may contribute to the lower rates of vehicle crime and public order offences, which are 14% and 27% above the UK average, respectively. However, the data also reveals a significant imbalance: while violent crime is relatively low, the rise in 'other crime' and the stagnation of property crime (250 incidents) indicate potential undercurrents requiring further scrutiny. The low rate of burglary (0.2 per 1,000) and the complete absence of robbery and theft from the person (both 0.0 per 1,000) suggest that Elmbridge’s residential areas may benefit from strong community cohesion or effective security measures. Yet, the surge in 'other crime' and the slight increase in 'other theft' signal that residents should remain alert to emerging trends, particularly in unclassified or less visible categories. The winter season’s influence is evident in the reduced outdoor activity, which may explain the lower rates of public order and vehicle crime, but the persistence of violence and sexual offences indicates that indoor or social spaces remain vulnerable. These patterns align with Elmbridge’s likely character as a suburban or semi-rural area, where community dynamics and spatial distribution of services shape crime patterns differently than in densely populated urban centres.

February 2026 saw a sharp increase in 'other crime', rising by 75% from 12 to 21 incidents. This category, which includes unclassified or less common offences, now accounts for 3.2% of total crimes. The surge in 'other theft' (+52.2%) to 70 cases raises concerns, as this type of crime is 19% above the UK average. Conversely, bicycle theft plummeted by 72.7%, a drop likely linked to reduced outdoor activity during winter. Violence and sexual offences, though the most common category (36.5% of total crimes), remain 27% below the UK average. This contrast highlights Elmbridge’s unique profile, where violent crime is relatively low but other categories show volatility. Residents should be particularly cautious of the 75% spike in 'other crime', which may reflect unreported or under-investigated incidents in local communities.

Elmbridge's crime rate in February 2026 remained stable at 4.7 per 1,000 residents, matching the previous month’s figure. This consistency suggests no major shifts in overall crime trends during the winter period. On a daily basis, the area experienced an average of 24 crimes per day, a figure that reflects local patterns but does not align with national data for daily comparisons. When considering the population context, the monthly exposure rate of 1 crime per 214 residents highlights that, while the area is relatively safe, residents should remain vigilant. This rate is 26.6% below the UK average, reinforcing Elmbridge’s position as a safer-than-average location. However, the stability of the crime rate does not preclude localized increases in specific categories, as evidenced by the breakdown of individual crime types. The population-scaled perspective underscores that the likelihood of encountering crime remains low, but the distribution of crime types demands attention to targeted areas and behaviours.