The crime rate in Thorpe in Runnymede (BUA) stands at 279.2 incidents per 1,000 residents. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 91.6 incidents per 1,000. To understand how Thorpe fares, it's crucial to compare it to nearby areas, particularly Lyne.
Lyne exhibits a substantially higher crime rate than Thorpe, recording 441.7 incidents per 1,000 residents. This represents a considerable difference, suggesting that residents of Thorpe experience a lower level of crime compared to those in Lyne. Other nearby areas offer contrasting perspectives: Penton Hook boasts a crime rate of 0.0 per 1,000, Staines-upon-Thames has a rate of 136.7 per 1,000, and Egham registers 88.0 per 1,000. These figures highlight the variance in crime levels within the Runnymede area.
The safety score for Thorpe is 48 out of 100, which is notably lower than the UK average of 79. A lower safety score indicates a perceived lower level of safety among residents. While Thorpe's crime rate is elevated compared to the national average, its safety score and comparison to Lyne’s significantly higher rate suggest that Thorpe is relatively safer than Lyne. However, it's important to remember that crime rates are just one factor in assessing safety and are based on reported incidents, which may not reflect the full picture of community safety. The population of Thorpe is 1515, which also contributes to the per capita calculation of the crime rate.