Virginia Water Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Virginia Water, 3.9 crimes were reported in June 2025 — a figure 51.9% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This low rate translates to a daily risk of roughly one crime for every 255 residents over the course of the month. The area’s crime profile is shaped by its character as a built-up suburb within Runnymede, where residential density and local amenities influence patterns. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 40% of all crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (12%) and robbery (12%). These figures suggest a mix of personal safety concerns and community-level disruptions. The seasonal context of June — the start of summer and longer daylight hours — may contribute to increased visibility of certain crimes, though the area’s relatively low crime rate contrasts with typical summer spikes in coastal or tourist-heavy regions. The dominance of violent offences over property crimes is notable, possibly reflecting the area’s focus on residential living rather than commercial activity. This balance between personal safety and community order highlights the need for targeted local policing strategies that address both immediate risks and underlying social factors.

June 2025 saw a sharp increase in robbery (+100%), vehicle crime (+100%), and burglary (+100%) compared to May, suggesting a sudden shift in criminal activity. These rises, however, are offset by significant declines in criminal damage and arson (-66.7%) and shoplifting (-66.7%), indicating a possible reallocation of resources or opportunities among offenders. Violence and sexual offences, which make up 40% of all crimes, remain 44% below the UK average (2.9 per 1,000), a contrast to robbery, which is 355% above the UK average (0.1 per 1,000). This disparity underscores the area’s unique crime dynamics, where personal safety concerns outpace property-related issues. For residents, the 100% increase in robbery is a concrete warning to remain vigilant in public spaces, particularly during the summer months when foot traffic may be higher. The overall crime rate, though low compared to the UK, still requires attention to specific vulnerabilities such as vehicle security and home safety, especially given the sudden rise in burglary. These shifts in crime patterns may reflect seasonal trends, such as increased travel or changes in local business activity, but further analysis would be needed to confirm direct causal links.

Virginia Water’s crime rate of 3.9 per 1,000 in June 2025 marks a 10.7% decrease from May’s rate of 4.4 per 1,000, indicating a short-term improvement in local safety. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one reported crime per day, a figure that, while low, is a reminder of the ongoing need for community vigilance. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 255 residents, a monthly exposure rate that places Virginia Water among the safer built-up areas in the UK. This statistic, when scaled to the area’s population of 6,373, means that the average resident has a 1-in-255 chance of being directly affected by crime — a probability significantly lower than the UK average. The comparison to national figures highlights the effectiveness of local policing and community engagement in maintaining low crime levels, though the sudden rise in robbery and burglary suggests that specific vulnerabilities remain. For context, the UK’s average of 8.1 per 1,000 translates to a 1-in-123 chance for residents, nearly double the risk faced in Virginia Water. These figures reinforce the area’s position as a relatively safe suburb, where residents can feel secure in their daily lives despite the occasional spike in targeted offences.