Great Bookham and Fetcham Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominate the crime picture in Great Bookham and Fetcham for June 2025, accounting for 38.4% of all reported crimes. At 3.8 crimes per 1,000 residents, the area's crime rate is 53.1% below the UK average of 8.1, reflecting a consistently lower level of criminal activity compared to national trends. This stark contrast with the UK average underscores the effectiveness of local policing strategies and the area’s socio-economic profile, which likely includes a mix of residential and low-density commercial zones with limited opportunities for property crime. The breakdown reveals a distinct focus on violent crime, with 33 incidents reported, compared to 26 property-related crimes. This imbalance may be influenced by the area’s character as a commuter suburb within Mole Valley, where community cohesion and lower population density reduce opportunities for theft but may increase interpersonal conflicts. Seasonal factors also play a role: as June marks the start of summer, the longer days and increased social activity may contribute to higher reports of violence, particularly in public spaces. However, the absence of significant spikes in shoplifting or vehicle crime—both of which are typically linked to tourism or retail activity—suggests that the area’s crime profile is shaped more by local demographics than seasonal tourism. The relatively low rates of anti-social behaviour (14%) and criminal damage (12.8%) further reinforce the area’s stability, though the slight increase in public order offences may reflect the influx of visitors during the summer months. Overall, the data illustrates a crime picture defined by manageable levels of violent crime and a strong deviation from national averages, pointing to a community that maintains a lower incidence of crime through a combination of socio-economic factors and effective local governance.

June 2025 saw significant shifts in crime patterns, with public order offences surging by 175% compared to the previous month, rising from four to 11 incidents. This sharp increase may be linked to the start of summer, when community events and public gatherings become more frequent. Conversely, shoplifting incidents fell by 60% (from five to two), potentially reflecting the absence of major retail holidays or the effectiveness of local anti-theft measures. Violence and sexual offences, the dominant category, declined by 29.8% (from 47 to 33), though they still accounted for nearly 40% of all reported crimes. This reduction may be attributed to improved policing during the summer months or the closure of schools, which reduces opportunities for certain types of crime. The area’s performance against UK averages remains striking: public order offences are 15% below the UK average, and shoplifting is 84% below, highlighting a consistent underperformance of crime rates in these categories. Residents may find the 86 total crimes reported over the month—roughly three per day—particularly relevant, as it provides a tangible sense of the area’s safety compared to national benchmarks. The absence of major spikes in property crime, despite the summer season, further suggests that local initiatives or environmental factors may be contributing to the area’s lower-than-average rates.

The crime rate in Great Bookham and Fetcham for June 2025 (3.8 per 1,000 residents) represents a 6.6% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 4.1, indicating a continued downward trend. When viewed through the lens of daily activity, the area experienced approximately three crimes per day over the 30-day period, a figure that appears modest when compared to the UK average. On a monthly scale, the statistics show that one crime occurred for roughly every 261 residents—a ratio that underscores the area’s relatively low exposure to criminal activity. This figure, when contextualised with the local population of 22,408, suggests that the community is experiencing a level of safety that is significantly better than the national average. The drop in the overall crime rate from April to June may be attributed to a combination of factors, including the summer season’s impact on community behaviour and the effectiveness of local crime prevention measures. The monthly exposure metric (1-in-261 residents) is particularly useful for residents, as it provides a clear, relatable way to understand the likelihood of encountering crime in their daily lives. Compared to the UK average, where the likelihood is much higher, the area’s performance highlights a potential model for reducing crime through targeted policing and community engagement. These statistics, while localised, offer a window into how demographic and geographic factors can shape crime trends in ways that diverge from national patterns.