Sunbury-on-Thames Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

November 2025 saw Sunbury-on-Thames record a crime rate of 7.1 per 1,000 residents, placing it 2.7% below the UK average of 7.3. The most striking anomaly was the surge in violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 41.7% of all crimes—17% above the UK average. This unexpected rise contrasts with the typically lower violent crime rates observed in commuter towns, a pattern that may be influenced by seasonal factors such as the timing of Bonfire Night, which often draws crowds to public spaces. Anti-social behaviour and criminal damage also featured prominently, with the latter exceeding the UK average by 51%. These trends align with the area’s character as a built-up commuter hub, where social interactions during events and the transition to darker evenings may heighten risks of public disorder. Meanwhile, shoplifting fell sharply by 66.7%, reflecting increased retail security or the impact of Black Friday shopping, which may have deterred opportunistic theft. The overall crime rate, while slightly below the UK average, demonstrates the volatility of monthly figures, which can be shaped by transient events and local dynamics. This data underscores the importance of contextualising crime trends within both national benchmarks and the specific rhythms of Sunbury-on-Thames, where factors like proximity to London and seasonal festivities play a role in shaping patterns.

Violence and sexual offences surged to 63 incidents in November, marking a sharp increase and placing the category 17% above the UK average. This contrasts with a 66.7% drop in shoplifting, which fell from 6 to 2 cases, possibly linked to heightened security measures during Black Friday shopping. Meanwhile, possession of weapons saw a 100% rise, with three incidents reported—a stark anomaly requiring attention. The category of criminal damage and arson also climbed 51% above the UK average, suggesting potential links to seasonal activities like Bonfire Night. Vehicle crime decreased by 33.3%, aligning with a 25% UK average deficit, which may reflect reduced parking congestion or improved deterrents. These shifts underscore the combination of local and national factors influencing crime trends, with public order offences also rising by 28% above the UK average, hinting at increased social interactions during the month.

Sunbury-on-Thames' crime rate in November 2025 rose by 31.2% compared to the previous month, moving from 5.4 to 7.1 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though notable, still places the area 2.7% below the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000. Locally, 5 crimes were reported per day on average, a figure that may resonate with residents as a tangible measure of daily exposure. Over the course of November, one crime occurred for roughly every 140 residents, a monthly aggregate that contextualises the scale of incidents relative to the population of 21,149. While the overall rate is marginally lower than the UK average, the shift from October to November suggests seasonal factors—such as the transition to shorter evenings and the timing of events like Bonfire Night—may have influenced reporting patterns. This comparison highlights both the area’s relative safety and the volatility of monthly crime trends, which can be shaped by transient events or changes in policing activity.