Great Bookham and Fetcham Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In July 2025, Great Bookham and Fetcham recorded a crime rate of 4.8 per 1,000 residents, placing it 44.2% below the UK average of 8.6 per 1,000. This figure, while modest, reflects a distinct balance between property and violent crimes, with the latter dominating the local crime picture. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 39.3% of all recorded crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour at 22.4%, a mix that diverges from the UK’s typical emphasis on property-related incidents. The seasonal context of July—peak summer, school holidays, and a surge in local festivals—likely contributes to the prominence of violent and disorderly offences, as outdoor events and increased foot traffic may amplify interpersonal conflicts. Property crimes such as shoplifting and burglary remained significantly below UK rates, with shoplifting at 85% below the national average. This contrast suggests that the area’s low property crime incidence may be linked to its semi-rural character, where retail density is limited and community policing efforts may play a role. However, the higher proportion of violent crimes compared to the UK average raises questions about local dynamics, such as the impact of transient populations or the timing of seasonal events. While the overall rate remains low, the shift in crime composition underscores the need for targeted interventions that address the specific challenges of maintaining public safety during periods of heightened social activity.

July 2025 marked a sharp 600% increase in vehicle crime, rising from 1 to 7 incidents—a surge that may reflect heightened summer activity or changes in local traffic patterns. Anti-social behaviour also doubled, climbing from 12 to 24 incidents, a trend consistent with the area’s seasonal context of festivals and outdoor events. Violent crimes, which accounted for 39.3% of all recorded incidents, remained 38% below the UK average, suggesting that while the area is not immune to such offences, its overall profile diverges from national trends. Shoplifting and burglary both saw modest increases, though they remain far below UK rates, with shoplifting at 85% below the national average. These figures indicate a crime mix skewed towards violent and disorderly incidents, a pattern that may reflect the area’s character as a commuter hub or semi-rural community with limited retail density.

July 2025 saw a 24.5% increase in the area’s crime rate compared to June, rising from 3.8 to 4.8 per 1,000 residents. This shift, while notable, remains well below the UK average of 8.6 per 1,000. Locally, the monthly figure translates to roughly 3 crimes reported each day, a rate that, while consistent with seasonal patterns, underscores the area’s relatively low exposure to crime. Over the course of July, one reported crime occurred for every 209 residents—a monthly aggregate that highlights the sparse nature of incidents even during peak summer activity. The population-scaled perspective reveals that the area’s crime profile is influenced by violent and anti-social incidents, which account for over 60% of all recorded crimes. This mix contrasts with broader UK trends, where property crimes often dominate, suggesting a unique local dynamic that may reflect the community’s demographics or seasonal events.