West End and Chobham Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

West End and Chobham's crime rate of 4.4 per 1,000 residents in November 2024 places the area 42.1% below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000, a significant divergence that underscores its relatively safer profile. This figure is further contextualised by the area's top crime types: violence and sexual offences (29.6% of total crimes), anti-social behaviour (20.5%), and other theft (15.9%). While the overall rate remains stable, seasonal factors such as the dark evenings of November and the proximity to Bonfire Night may have influenced patterns, particularly in categories like anti-social behaviour and public order offences. The data suggests that the area's built-up nature within Surrey Heath, combined with its suburban characteristics, may contribute to lower crime rates compared to more densely populated urban centres. However, the increase in drugs-related crimes (100% month-on-month) and the persistence of anti-social behaviour highlight areas for continued monitoring. The contrast with the UK average is especially stark in violent crime, where the area's rate is 50% below the national figure, a trend that may reflect local policing strategies or the community's demographic makeup. These figures, when viewed through the lens of November's seasonal context, illustrate a crime profile that balances lower overall rates with specific challenges that warrant attention.

November 2024 saw a notable 31.6% reduction in violence and sexual offences, dropping from 19 to 13 incidents, a shift that may reflect the impact of seasonal factors such as shorter evenings and the conclusion of the festive shopping period. Conversely, three crime categories—drugs, theft from the person, and vehicle crime—each increased by 100% compared to the previous month, though these remain low in absolute terms. The area's violent crime rate (1.3 per 1,000) is 50% below the UK average, a disparity that could be attributed to the built-up area's lower population density or the presence of community initiatives that deter such incidents. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour (20.5% of total crimes) remains a significant local concern, though it is still 19% below the UK average. These fluctuations highlight the combination of local dynamics and broader national trends.

West End and Chobham's crime rate in November 2024 stood at 4.4 per 1,000 residents, reflecting a 6.4% decrease from the previous month's rate of 4.7. This decline positions the area as safer than the UK average, which sits at 7.6 per 1,000. Locally, the daily crime count averaged one incident per day over the 30-day period, translating to a monthly exposure of one reported crime for roughly every 229 residents. While this figure is a local metric, it underscores the area's relatively low crime density compared to national trends. The population-scaled perspective further highlights that, for every 1,000 residents, the area experiences fewer crimes than the UK average, a trend consistent with Surrey Heath's broader suburban and rural character. This context may be influenced by factors such as lower population density, community-focused policing, or the area's quieter, more residential nature, which could contribute to reduced opportunities for certain types of crime.