Godalming Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Godalming’s crime rate in November 2025 stood at 2.6 per 1,000 residents, placing it 64.4% below the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000. This figure underscores the area’s consistently low crime levels, a trend that may be influenced by its character as a commuter town with a mix of residential and retail spaces. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 43.3% of all crimes, followed by shoplifting (16.7%) and vehicle crime (10.0%). These patterns align with the area’s demographic profile, where a strong local economy and proximity to London may contribute to lower rates of violent crime. However, the seasonal context of November—marked by Bonfire Night, Black Friday shopping, and shorter daylight hours—introduces variables that could impact crime trends. For example, the increase in vehicle crime may be tied to darker evenings and increased foot traffic during shopping events, while the decline in anti-social behaviour could reflect the absence of major festivals or community-led initiatives. The relatively low levels of property crime, including shoplifting and burglary, may also be attributed to the area’s lower retail density compared to urban centres, though this remains a hypothesis requiring further data analysis. Overall, Godalming’s crime profile illustrates a balance between local factors and broader national trends, with the area maintaining a safer environment than the UK average.

November 2025 saw a sharp 200% increase in vehicle crime, rising from one to three incidents, while burglary also doubled from zero to one. These spikes may be linked to seasonal factors such as darker evenings and increased anti-social behaviour during Bonfire Night. Conversely, other theft fell by 80% (from five to one), and anti-social behaviour dropped by 62.5% (from eight to three), suggesting that targeted interventions or seasonal lulls in certain activities could be at play. Violence and sexual offences, which make up 43.3% of all crimes, remain 57% below the UK average, a stark contrast to the national trend. Shoplifting, the second most common crime, is also 37% below the UK rate, reflecting the area’s lower retail density or higher levels of community surveillance. These variations highlight the unique crime profile of Godalming, where property crimes and violent incidents are both significantly underrepresented compared to the national picture.

Godalming’s crime rate in November 2025 fell to 2.6 per 1,000 residents, marking a 34.8% decline from the previous month’s rate of 4.0. This downward trend suggests a continued reduction in local crime, though the pace of decline has slowed compared to earlier months. On a daily basis, the area recorded one crime per day over the 30-day period, a figure that reflects the low overall rate. When scaled to the population, this equates to one reported crime for every 387 residents over the course of the month—a statistic that underscores the relatively safe environment in Godalming compared to the UK average. The area’s population of 11,597 means that each resident has a lower likelihood of experiencing crime than the national average, though local factors such as community engagement or seasonal patterns may play a role in maintaining this trend. The contrast between Godalming’s figures and the UK average highlights the effectiveness of local policing or demographic characteristics, such as a higher proportion of households with stable incomes or strong community ties.