Crime Rate in Long Ditton: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Long Ditton

The total recorded crimes in Long Ditton, Elmbridge, UK in May 2025 are around 39 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Long Ditton crime rate of 2.17 per 1,000 population.

It's important to note that this crime data is based on the Geographic Boundry data provided by the ONS around Long Ditton, encompassing approximately 17,981 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (21) incidents (50.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (5) incidents (150.00% increase)
  • Vehicle crime: (3) incidents (50.00% increase)
Long Ditton Crime Hotspots

The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,

  • Station Approach with total crimes: 5
  • Woodfield Road with total crimes: 4
  • Houston Road with total crimes: 3

How safe is Long Ditton?

To understand the safety of Long Ditton, we need to analyze Long Ditton crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to Elmbridge:

    • In 2024, Long Ditton demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Elmbridge average, with 391 crimes compared to 568.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Long Ditton recorded fewer crimes than 11 out of 15 other areas in the Elmbridge.

    • In 2023, Long Ditton had fewer crimes than the Elmbridge average, with 497 crimes compared to 564. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Long Ditton recorded fewer crimes than 9 out of 15 other areas in the Elmbridge.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Elmbridge, Long Ditton has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

    • The trend in crime rates suggests Positive changes in overall safety.

Long Ditton Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Long Ditton has recorded 39 crimes with crime rate of 2.17 ranking 11th out of 15 in the Elmbridge, UK

In 2024, the total Long Ditton crimes were 391. The crime rate of Long Ditton in 2024 was 21.74 (year) or 1.81 (month) ranking it 12 dangerous area in the Elmbridge.

In 2023, the total crimes in Long Ditton were around 497 crimes with yearly crime rate of 27.64 (year) or 2.30 (month) ranking 10 most dangerous area in the Elmbridge.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Long Ditton)CrimesRank (Long Ditton)CrimesRank (Long Ditton)
Cobham and Downside76 3806 3918 1
Walton Central93 1859 1806 2
Esher65 4808 2688 4
Weybridge St George's Hill81 2667 6598 8
Molesey West62 6650 9751 3
Weybridge Riverside56 7758 4688 5
Walton North64 5698 5654 6
Walton South44 9659 7646 7
Molesey East49 8657 8556 9
Hersham Village40 10512 10484 11
Oxshott and Stoke D'Abernon26 13406 11405 12
Hinchley Wood and Weston Green27 12285 15354 14
Thames Ditton20 15332 14395 13
Claygate14 16359 13314 15
Oatlands and Burwood Park23 14242 16272 16

Long Ditton Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (21 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (14 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (4 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (14 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (7 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 14 incidents, and Burglary was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (23 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 12 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (7 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (12 incidents), followed by Other theft also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (12 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other theft (5 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (12 incidents) and then Vehicle crime showed a substantial number of incidents (5 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 12 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (24 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (11 incidents), followed by Burglary also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 9 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.12 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
October 20241
August 20241
July 20241
May 20241

A total of 2 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
November 20241

A total of 188 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 14.46 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202521
April 202514
March 202514
February 202514
January 202523
December 202412
November 20247
October 202412
September 202412
August 202412
July 202412
June 202424
May 202411

A total of 11 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.22 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
March 20252
January 20251
December 20241
October 20241
August 20241
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 1 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251

A total of 36 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.27 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20254
March 20257
February 20251
January 20256
December 20242
October 20243
September 20242
August 20242
July 20241
June 20246

A total of 24 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.18 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20252
March 20251
January 20252
December 20242
October 20241
September 20242
August 20245
July 20241
June 20242
May 20243

A total of 47 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.62 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20255
April 20252
March 20255
February 20252
January 20253
December 20241
November 20243
October 20244
September 20243
August 20244
July 20242
June 202410
May 20243

A total of 36 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.60 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
January 20252
December 20245
October 20244
September 20245
August 20243
July 20244
June 20246
May 20245

A total of 32 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.67 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20253
March 20251
January 20254
December 20243
November 20245
October 20242
September 20241
August 20242
July 20243
June 20242
May 20245

A total of 10 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.43 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
March 20252
January 20251
December 20241
September 20243
May 20241

A total of 2 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
October 20241

A total of 31 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.44 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20256
January 20251
December 20241
November 20244
August 20242
July 20242
June 20244
May 20246

A total of 3 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
October 20242

High Crime Locations Long Ditton in May 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Long Ditton postcode area is presented below.

1. Station Approach (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences4
Public order1
2. Woodfield Road (Map)
Total4
Bicycle theft2
Theft from the person1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Houston Road (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Windmill Lane (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
5. Vallings Place (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. St Chads Close (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
7. Bankside Drive (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Fernwood Place (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
9. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total1
Drugs1
10. Parking Area (Map)
Total1
Shoplifting1

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