Egham's crime rate, when compared to the rest of Runnymede and the wider United Kingdom, presents a relatively favourable picture. As of the latest available data, the crime rate in Egham (a Built-Up Area or BUA) stands at 88.0 incidents per 1,000 residents. This is slightly below the UK average of 91.6 incidents per 1,000 residents.
To put this into context, Runnymede is the borough in which Egham is located. While we don't have specific borough-wide crime rate data directly comparable to Egham, the fact that Egham's rate is lower than the UK average suggests it is performing reasonably well within its local area. The population of Egham itself is 26,589, indicating that the 88.0 crime rate represents a relatively small number of incidents within a substantial population.
Beyond raw crime numbers, the safety score offers another useful metric. Egham boasts a safety score of 81 out of 100, which is significantly higher than the UK average of 79. This score considers factors beyond just reported crime, potentially encompassing perceptions of safety and the presence of mitigating factors such as community engagement and visible policing. A higher safety score suggests residents generally feel safe and secure in Egham.
It's important to remember that crime statistics can fluctuate, and these figures represent a snapshot in time. Understanding the types of crimes occurring and their trends is also crucial for a complete assessment. However, based on the available data, Egham appears to be a relatively safe place to live when considering its crime rate and safety score in comparison to the national average.