Woking Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In November 2025, Woking's crime rate of 5.7 per 1,000 residents places it 21.9% below the UK average, illustrating a consistently safer environment compared to national benchmarks. The per-capita perspective reveals that the likelihood of encountering a reported crime is relatively low, with one in every 174 residents experiencing a crime over the course of the month. This statistic, while informative, does not eliminate the need for vigilance, particularly in light of seasonal factors such as the darker evenings of November and the potential for increased criminal activity during events like Bonfire Night. The breakdown of crimes highlights a dominance of violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 31.7% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (13.0%) and shoplifting (12.5%). The prominence of violent crimes may be partially explained by the area's mix of residential and commercial spaces, which could contribute to higher incidents in public areas or late-night settings. Meanwhile, the relatively low rate of vehicle crime—50% below the UK average—suggests that Woking's infrastructure, such as secure parking facilities or community policing strategies, may be effectively deterring such offences. The seasonal context of November, with its dark evenings and the proximity to the Christmas shopping season, likely influences patterns of theft and anti-social behaviour. For instance, the rise in shoplifting may be linked to Black Friday promotions, while the decrease in anti-social behaviour could reflect the impact of community initiatives or the timing of local events. These trends, when viewed through the lens of daily life, offer residents a nuanced understanding of their risks and the broader factors shaping the local crime picture.

November 2025 saw stark contrasts in crime trends, with possession of weapons surging by 333.3%—rising from 3 to 13 incidents. This sharp increase, while small in absolute terms, may reflect heightened enforcement or seasonal factors tied to Bonfire Night events. Conversely, anti-social behaviour fell by 31.9% (from 116 to 79), potentially linked to reduced public gatherings or targeted interventions in high-risk areas. The shift in crime mix also reveals notable patterns: shoplifting, at 0.7 per 1,000, remains 11% above the UK average, likely driven by Black Friday shopping activity. Meanwhile, vehicle crime in Woking is 50% below the UK average (0.2 vs 0.4 per 1,000), a statistic that may reassure car owners in the area. These fluctuations highlight the interplay between local events and crime dynamics, offering residents a clearer picture of where to focus vigilance.

Woking's November 2025 crime rate of 5.7 per 1,000 residents marks an 11.6% decline from the previous month's 6.5 per 1,000, reflecting a continued downward trend. This reduction, though modest, suggests sustained efforts in local policing or community initiatives may be influencing outcomes. On a daily basis, 20 crimes were reported across the 30-day period, translating to a tangible presence of criminal activity in daily life. However, when scaled to the population of 105,679, the monthly exposure rate of 1-in-174 residents underscores that the vast majority of residents remain unaffected by crime. This statistic offers a practical benchmark for residents: over the course of a month, the likelihood of encountering a reported crime is relatively low. The comparison to the UK average further contextualises Woking's performance, with its rate remaining 21.9% below the national figure, a margin that highlights the area's relative safety despite the presence of specific crime trends.