Kingston upon Thames Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 172,692, Kingston upon Thames recorded 1,405 crimes in October 2025, equating to 8.1 crimes per 1,000 residents. This rate places the borough 5.2% above the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000, reflecting a consistent pattern of slightly higher-than-average crime levels. The most prevalent crime types were violence and sexual offences (27.4% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (21.1%) and shoplifting (9.4%). These figures align with Kingston’s character as a mixed urban area with a dense retail presence, which likely contributes to shoplifting rates, and a diverse population that may influence anti-social behaviour patterns. October’s shorter evenings and Halloween festivities may have amplified incidents of violence and public disorder. The borough’s property crime rate (522 incidents) was slightly lower than the UK average for similar categories, suggesting local policing efforts or environmental factors may be tempering some crime types. However, the violent crime rate remains a concern, with violence and sexual offences at 2.2 per 1,000 — 17% below the UK average, indicating potential variations in reporting or local risk factors.

October 2025 saw significant month-on-month increases in robbery (+57.9%), drugs (+39.4%), and criminal damage and arson (+29.9%), while other crime and possession of weapons decreased by 47.1% and 42.9% respectively. These shifts highlight a combination of factors, with the rise in drug-related crimes possibly linked to seasonal changes in illicit activity or local events. Anti-social behaviour, at 1.7 per 1,000, remains 35% above the UK average, suggesting ongoing challenges in community engagement or enforcement in certain areas. Conversely, the 43% drop in possession of weapons may reflect temporary changes in policing focus or reduced incidents during the month. Theft from the person — at 0.3 per 1,000 — is 114% above the UK average, a figure that could concern residents frequenting high-traffic areas. This data underscores the need for targeted interventions, particularly in addressing drug-related crime and anti-social behaviour, which are higher than the UK average. Residents may find the breakdown of crime types useful for understanding local risks, such as the elevated theft from the person rate, which could inform personal safety measures.

Kingston upon Thames’ crime rate in October 2025 (8.1 per 1,000) represents an 18% increase from the previous month’s rate of 6.9 per 1,000, a shift that may reflect seasonal factors such as shorter daylight hours and Halloween-related activity. On a daily basis, the borough experienced approximately 45 crimes per day — a figure that contextualises the scale of incidents in a localised timeframe. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 123 residents, a monthly exposure rate that, while not extreme, highlights the persistent nature of crime in the area. When compared to the UK average, Kingston’s rate of 8.1 per 1,000 is a small but notable deviation, with certain crime categories like anti-social behaviour and drugs far exceeding national norms. This suggests that local conditions — such as the borough’s density, commuter traffic, or proximity to other urban centres — may amplify specific types of crime. However, the relatively lower rates of burglary and public order offences compared to the UK average indicate that other factors, such as community policing or environmental design, may be mitigating some risks. These comparisons offer residents a clearer picture of how their area’s crime profile aligns with national trends, though the monthly increase underscores the need for continued monitoring.