Walton-on-Thames Crime Rate February 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In February 2025, Walton-on-Thames recorded a crime rate of 5.7 per 1,000 residents, placing it 14.9% below the UK average of 6.7 per 1,000. This figure, while modest, reflects a consistent pattern of lower-than-national-average crime rates that has persisted in the area. The most common crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 39.1% of all reported incidents, followed by criminal damage and arson (10.6%) and anti-social behaviour (9.9%). These figures align with the area’s characteristics as a commuter suburb within the Elmbridge borough, where retail and residential activity generate a mix of crime types. The winter season, with its reduced outdoor activity and pre-spring lull, likely contributes to the overall lower crime rate, though the persistence of violent offences suggests underlying social or economic factors that require further analysis. The rate of violence and sexual offences in the area was 6% below the UK average, a figure that may be influenced by the area’s proximity to London and the presence of commuter infrastructure, which can drive higher levels of policing and community engagement. Meanwhile, the relatively low rate of burglary (1.9% of all crimes) could be attributed to the area’s built-up nature and the presence of private security measures in residential and commercial properties. The seasonal context of February—marked by colder temperatures and limited daylight—also likely plays a role in shaping crime patterns, with fewer opportunities for outdoor-based offences and a corresponding shift in the types of incidents reported. However, the increase in criminal damage and arson compared to January 2025 indicates that some localised issues may require closer attention, particularly as the area transitions into the spring season.

The most dramatic month-on-month change in February 2025 was a 30.8% increase in criminal damage and arson, rising from 13 to 17 incidents. This surge, though still below the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000, highlights a shift in local patterns that may be linked to seasonal factors or specific incidents. Conversely, vehicle crime fell by 38.9% (18 to 11), potentially reflecting reduced commuter traffic or enhanced security measures in parking areas. Violent crimes remained the most prevalent category, accounting for 39.1% of all reported incidents, but they were 6% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour also saw a significant decline, dropping 38% compared to the UK average, which may indicate improved community engagement or policing efforts. Residents may find the 30.8% rise in criminal damage and arson particularly noteworthy, as it represents the largest single category increase in the month. This contrast with the 50% drop in possession of weapons suggests a combination of different types of crime, with some areas of the area seeing marked improvement while others face new challenges.

Walton-on-Thames saw an 11.0% decrease in its crime rate from 6.4 per 1,000 in January 2025 to 5.7 per 1,000 in February 2025, marking a sustained downward trend. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 6 crimes per day in February, a figure that reflects the month’s relatively low outdoor activity and seasonal lull. When scaled to the population of 28,094, this equates to one reported crime for roughly every 174 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate is lower than the UK average, which typically sees higher frequencies in comparable areas. The reduction in violent crime and property-related offences may be influenced by factors such as reduced foot traffic in retail areas and lower levels of nightlife activity during winter. However, the slight uptick in public order offences and criminal damage suggests localized pressures that warrant continued monitoring. These figures provide a clear snapshot of the area’s current crime profile, contextualized against both local and national benchmarks.