Sutton Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Sutton's January 2026 crime rate of 5.5 per 1,000 residents places the area 19.1% below the UK average of 6.8, a consistent trend that reflects the local area's broader crime profile. This rate, while modest, is shaped by a balance between property and violent crime, with the latter accounting for 34.6% of total incidents. Violence and sexual offences remain the most prevalent category, followed closely by anti-social behaviour and vehicle crime, a distribution that suggests a combination of urban and suburban dynamics. The seasonal context of January—a post-holiday period marked by reduced retail footfall and shorter days—likely contributes to the lower incidence of property-related crimes compared to busier months. However, the prominence of violent crime in the breakdown may indicate ongoing challenges in managing community tensions or addressing specific risk factors. The UK comparison further illustrates Sutton's position: while its violent crime rate is 24% below the national average, vehicle crime is 35% higher, a discrepancy that may be influenced by local infrastructure, such as the presence of commuter routes or car parks that increase exposure to vehicle-related offences. This nuanced profile underscores the need for targeted interventions that address both the unique vulnerabilities and strengths of the area.

The month-on-month changes in January 2026 reveal a mixed picture of shifting crime patterns. Other crime saw a marked increase of 41.2%, rising from 17 to 24 incidents, a shift that may signal emerging challenges or unmet needs within the community. Concurrently, robbery increased by 38.5%, from 13 to 18 cases, a rise that could be linked to specific circumstances or locations. Vehicle crime also rose by 7.4%, from 94 to 101, a modest but notable uptick that may be influenced by seasonal factors such as reduced visibility or colder weather affecting vehicle security. Conversely, anti-social behaviour decreased by 19.1%, from 236 to 191, a drop that may reflect the impact of post-holiday periods or improved community engagement. The rate of violence and sexual offences in Sutton is 24% below the UK average, a stark contrast to the 35% increase in vehicle crime compared to national figures, highlighting the area's unique crime profile.

Sutton's January 2026 crime rate of 5.5 per 1,000 represents a 5.9% decrease from the previous month's 5.9, reflecting a continuing trend of relative stability in local crime patterns. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 38 crimes per day, a figure that contextualises the frequency of incidents in a way that is immediately relatable to residents. Over the course of the month, 1 crime occurred for every 180 residents, a metric that provides a clear snapshot of the monthly exposure to crime within the population. This rate, while lower than the UK average, is particularly notable when considering Sutton's population of 214,525, which means the total number of crimes reported remains proportionally lower than in many comparable areas. The decrease in anti-social behaviour by 19.1% and the sharp decline in possession of weapons by 44.4% suggest that targeted efforts or natural seasonal factors may be influencing these specific categories, although the precise reasons remain speculative without further data.