Chertsey Crime Rate December 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In December 2024, Chertsey recorded 67 crimes across its population of 11,508 residents, translating to a crime rate of 5.8 per 1,000 people—18.3% below the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000. This figure, while modest, reflects the area’s generally low crime profile, consistent with its status as a built-up area within Runnymede, where suburban density and community-oriented policing likely contribute to sustained safety. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (23 incidents, 34.3% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (11.9%) and vehicle crime (10.5%). These patterns align with the area’s characteristics: violence and sexual offences may partly explain the higher share compared to the UK average, as smaller communities often see more concentrated reporting in specific categories. Meanwhile, the relatively low rate of shoplifting (7.5% of total) could be attributed to effective retail security measures or the absence of high-footfall commercial hubs. Seasonal factors such as Christmas shopping, dark evenings, and empty homes during the holiday period may have influenced the crime mix, though the overall decline in drug-related crimes and criminal damage suggests broader stability. The area’s crime picture remains shaped by its suburban context, where proximity to London and commuter routes may drive vehicle crime but also benefit from integrated policing strategies that mitigate other forms of criminal activity.

December 2024 marked a sharp increase in vehicle crime, rising by 133.3% from three to seven incidents. This surge may reflect heightened traffic during the holiday season or vulnerabilities in local parking areas. Robbery also doubled, with one incident reported—a significant jump from zero in November. Conversely, drug-related crimes fell by 80%, dropping from five to one, potentially linked to seasonal changes in substance use or enforcement efforts. Shoplifting increased by 66.7%, tied to Christmas shopping activity, though this remains 30% below the UK average. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences both decreased, with the latter dropping by 37.8% to 23 incidents. These shifts underscore a combination of seasonal factors and local policing priorities, with vehicle crime emerging as a new focal point for community safety discussions.

Chertsey’s crime rate in December 2024 dropped to 5.8 per 1,000 residents, a 19.3% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 7.2 per 1,000. This decline suggests a continued trend of reduced criminal activity, though seasonal factors may have played a role. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly two crimes per day in December, a figure that, while low, remains a local benchmark without UK-wide comparison. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 172 residents, a statistic that contextualises the monthly exposure for households in Chertsey. This rate is lower than the UK average, but the population-scaled perspective highlights how even small numbers can reflect broader patterns when considered against local demographics. The drop in drug-related crimes by 80% and criminal damage by 63.6% may indicate targeted interventions or seasonal lulls, though these shifts warrant further analysis in conjunction with local events or policing strategies.