Ewell Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Ewell’s crime profile in April 2025, accounting for 33.1% of total reported crimes. This category remains lower than the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000, with Ewell’s rate at 1.8 per 1,000. The area’s overall crime rate of 5.3 per 1,000 is 31.2% below the UK average of 7.7, reflecting a safer environment compared to national trends. Anti-social behaviour (26.0% of total crimes) and vehicle crime (10.1%) followed as the next most common categories. The spring weather and Easter period likely contributed to increased outdoor activity, which may partly explain the relatively high proportion of violence and sexual offences compared to other areas. While the UK average for anti-social behaviour is 1.3 per 1,000, Ewell’s rate of 1.4 per 1,000 is 5% above, potentially linked to seasonal social gatherings or changes in community dynamics. Vehicle crime, though lower than the UK average (0.4 vs 0.5 per 1,000), remains a concern, tied to commuter traffic patterns or parking density in built-up areas. The data suggests a combination of local demographics and seasonal factors, with Ewell’s crime profile distinct from both urban centres and rural regions. The relatively low rates of shoplifting (0.2 per 1,000 vs UK 0.7) and burglary (0.2 per 1,000 vs UK 0.3) may indicate effective local policing or community engagement efforts, though further analysis would be needed to confirm.

April 2025 saw notable shifts in Ewell’s crime mix, with violence and sexual offences rising by 12% compared to March, from 50 to 56 incidents. This category’s rate of 1.8 per 1,000 remains 31% below the UK average, a stark contrast to the national trend. Anti-social behaviour increased by 37.5% (32 to 44), potentially linked to Easter-related gatherings or seasonal social dynamics. Meanwhile, shoplifting fell by 50% (from 10 to 5), and public order offences dropped by 53.3% (15 to 7), likely reflecting the Easter holiday period reducing opportunities for such crimes. Vehicle crime, though still below the UK average (0.5 vs 0.4 per 1,000), rose by 32% compared to the UK rate, suggesting targeted challenges in this area. Theft from the person saw a 100% increase (1 to 2), a concerning spike that may require closer scrutiny. The data also highlights Ewell’s performance in categories like bicycle theft (0.0 vs UK 0.1 per 1,000) and drugs offences (0.1 vs UK 0.3 per 1,000), both significantly lower than the UK average, indicating effective local measures or lower demand. Residents may find the 50% reduction in shoplifting particularly relevant, as it suggests improved retail security or reduced opportunities for theft during the Easter period.

Ewell’s crime rate in April 2025 (5.3 per 1,000) marked a 5.0% decline from March’s rate of 5.6, indicating a slight improvement in local safety. Over 30 days, this translated to an average of 6 crimes per day, a figure that, while modest, reflects the area’s built-up nature. Monthly exposure to crime was 1-in-190 residents, a rate that is lower than many urban centres but higher than typical rural areas. This figure, however, does not account for population density or localised hotspots. The previous month’s rate of 5.6 per 1,000 suggests a minor but consistent trend in crime reduction, potentially influenced by seasonal factors or ongoing community initiatives. When compared to the UK average, Ewell’s performance in categories like public order offences (63% below the UK rate) and drugs offences (63% below) underscores its relatively safe profile, though anti-social behaviour’s 5% above the UK average highlights areas for targeted intervention. The population context—32,087 residents—further illustrates that even modest crime rates can have tangible impacts on daily life, particularly in smaller communities where incidents are more visible. This comparative analysis reveals Ewell’s unique position as a built-up area with crime patterns that diverge from both national averages and its own historical trends, warranting continued monitoring for emerging challenges.