Addlestone's crime rates are demonstrably higher than both the UK average and several neighbouring areas within Runnymede. Based on available data, Addlestone has a crime rate of 97.9 crimes per 1,000 residents. This is higher than the UK average of 91.6 crimes per 1,000 residents. To put this in context, Chertsey has a crime rate of 87.1 per 1,000, Weybridge reports 63.0 per 1,000, and the combined area of New Haw, West Byfleet and Sheerwater experiences a crime rate of 48.6 per 1,000. Byfleet's crime rate is recorded as 66.6 per 1,000.
The population of Addlestone itself is 13,211. While a higher crime rate doesn't automatically equate to a dangerous area, it does indicate a greater frequency of reported crimes compared to other locations. It’s important to note that crime rates can fluctuate and are influenced by various factors, including population density, socioeconomic conditions, and reporting practices.
Addlestone's safety score is 78/100, which is slightly below the UK average of 79/100. This score is likely calculated based on a combination of factors including crime statistics, perceptions of safety, and other relevant indicators. It suggests that while Addlestone isn’t inherently unsafe, there’s room for improvement in terms of resident’s perceived safety and actual crime levels. Comparing Addlestone’s crime rate to its neighbours reveals a significant disparity, highlighting that experiences of safety and crime can vary considerably even within a relatively small geographical area. Residents should be aware of these differences and take appropriate precautions.