Virginia Water Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

September 2025 marked a notable upward trend in Virginia Water’s crime rate, which rose to 4.2 per 1,000 — a 28.5% increase from 3.3 per 1,000 in August. Despite this month-on-month rise, the area remains 43.2% below the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000, underscoring its continued status as a relatively safe locality. The crime profile was dominated by anti-social behaviour (18.5% of total crimes) and violence and sexual offences (18.5%), both of which fell significantly below UK averages. Anti-social behaviour, at 0.8 per 1,000, was 32% below the UK rate, while violence and sexual offences were 69% below. This contrast with the sharp increases in drug-related crimes (92% above UK average) and burglary (79% above UK average) highlights a combination of local dynamics and national trends. Seasonal factors, such as the return to school and university freshers’ week, likely contributed to shifts in crime patterns. The area’s low population density and suburban character may also explain the relatively low overall crime rate compared to more densely populated regions.

September 2025 saw a 200% increase in burglary, with three incidents reported compared to one in August. This spike, though still below the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000 (79% below), raises questions about potential vulnerabilities in property security. Simultaneously, drug-related crimes doubled to three, surpassing the UK average by 92%, suggesting a shift in local crime dynamics. In contrast, violence and sexual offences fell by 28.6%, from seven to five, aligning with the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000 (69% below). The crime mix also shifted, with property crimes (10) now outnumbering violent crimes (5), a reversal from earlier in the year. Anti-social behaviour remained the most common category, at 18.5% of total crimes, though its rate (0.8 per 1,000) was 32% below the UK average. Residents may find the rise in vehicle crime (up 100% to two incidents) particularly relevant, as it highlights vulnerabilities in parking areas or transport hubs.

The crime rate in Virginia Water rose by 28.5% in September 2025 compared to 3.3 per 1,000 in the previous month, reaching 4.2 per 1,000. While this increase is notable, the area remains significantly safer than the UK average, which stood at 7.4 per 1,000. On a daily basis, 27 total crimes over 30 days equate to roughly one crime per day, a figure that contextualises the local scale of activity. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 236 residents, illustrating the low frequency of incidents relative to the population size. This monthly exposure metric, when considered alongside the area’s small population, reinforces Virginia Water’s position as a low-crime locality despite the upward trend. The shift in crime patterns may reflect seasonal factors, such as the start of the academic year, but can be drawn without further data.