Chertsey Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For an area of 11,508 residents, December 2025 saw 72 crimes reported, translating to a crime rate of 6.3 per 1,000 people—10% below the UK average of 7.0. This figure represents a manageable level of activity, though the distribution of crime types reveals distinct patterns. Violent and sexual offences accounted for 45.8% of all incidents, the highest proportion of any category, and were 13% above the UK average for this type. Anti-social behaviour followed at 13.9%, while public order offences contributed 8.3%, both reflecting the social dynamics of a built-up area. Seasonal factors, including the Christmas shopping peak and dark evenings, likely influenced these patterns. The high proportion of violent crimes may be linked to increased social interactions during the festive season, while the drop in shoplifting could reflect reduced foot traffic or targeted policing efforts. However, the rise in 'other theft' and 'other crime' categories suggests evolving criminal activity that warrants further analysis. Overall, the data illustrates a mixed picture where Chertsey's crime profile remains relatively stable compared to national trends, though specific categories show notable fluctuations aligned with local and seasonal contexts.

December 2025 saw a 50% increase in violent and sexual offences, rising from 22 to 33 incidents. This surge, while below the UK average for this category, may partly explain the overall crime rate's slight increase compared to the previous month. Conversely, shoplifting fell by 50%, from six to three incidents, marking the most substantial decline among all crime types. This reduction is 47% below the UK average for shoplifting, a trend that could reflect heightened local enforcement or seasonal factors such as holiday shopping patterns. Other notable shifts include a 100% rise in 'other theft' and 'other crime' categories, which may indicate evolving criminal activity or reporting trends. Meanwhile, burglary dropped by 33.3%, remaining 29% below the UK average, a consistent trend that could be linked to Chertsey's built-up area characteristics and potential security measures.

Chertsey's crime rate rose by 5.9% from December 2024's 5.9 per 1,000 to 6.3 per 1,000 in December 2025, reflecting a slight upward trend. This equates to roughly 2 crimes reported per day in the built-up area, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents within the local community. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 160 residents, illustrating the monthly exposure to crime in a population of 11,508. While this rate remains below the UK average, the increase suggests a need for continued monitoring of local patterns. The daily crime count, though low, highlights the persistent nature of incidents, particularly in the context of seasonal factors such as dark evenings and holiday-related activity. When viewed through a population-scaled lens, the 72 crimes reported represent a manageable level of risk, though fluctuations in specific crime categories demand closer attention.