Crime Rate in Molesey East: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Molesey East

The total recorded crimes in Molesey East, Elmbridge, UK in March 2025 are around 48 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Molesey East crime rate of 3.05 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 Molesey East, encompassing approximately 15,760 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (11) incidents (175.00% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (9) incidents (-55.00% decrease)
  • Drugs: (6) incidents (200.00% increase)
Molesey East Crime Hotspots

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

  • Riverbank with total crimes: 5
  • Clinton Avenue with total crimes: 4
  • Petrol Station with total crimes: 3

How safe is Molesey East?

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

  • Relative to Elmbridge:

    • In 2024, Molesey East reported a higher crime volume than the Elmbridge average, with 657 crimes compared to 568. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Molesey East witnessed more crimes than 8 out of 15 other cities.

    • In 2023, Molesey East had fewer crimes than the Elmbridge average, with 556 crimes compared to 564. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Molesey East recorded fewer crimes than 8 out of 15 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Elmbridge, Molesey East has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Molesey East Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Molesey East has recorded 48 crimes with crime rate of 3.05 ranking 7th out of 15 in the Elmbridge, UK

In 2024, the total Molesey East crimes were 657. The crime rate of Molesey East in 2024 was 41.69 (year) or 3.47 (month) ranking it 8 dangerous area in the Elmbridge.

In 2023, the total crimes in Molesey East were around 556 crimes with yearly crime rate of 35.28 (year) or 2.94 (month) ranking 9 most dangerous area in the Elmbridge.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Elmbridge)CrimesRank (Elmbridge)CrimesRank (Elmbridge)
Cobham and Downside50 6806 3918 1
Walton Central71 1859 1806 2
Esher69 2808 2688 4
Molesey West54 5650 9751 3
Walton North62 3698 5654 6
Weybridge Riverside47 8758 4688 5
Weybridge St George's Hill60 4667 6598 8
Walton South42 9659 7646 7
Long Ditton38 10391 12497 10
Hersham Village37 11512 10484 11
Oxshott and Stoke D'Abernon20 15406 11405 12
Hinchley Wood and Weston Green26 12285 15354 14
Thames Ditton21 14332 14395 13
Claygate15 16359 13314 15
Oatlands and Burwood Park22 13242 16272 16

Molesey East Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (11 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (9 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 20 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (8 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 15 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (23 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (9 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (15 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (11 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 Anti-social behaviour (9 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (14 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (12 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 15 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 12 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (34 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (28 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (13 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (9 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (20 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (13 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 4 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
October 20241
August 20241
May 20241

A total of 21 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.62 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20252
January 20251
December 20242
October 20241
September 20244
May 20242
April 20243

A total of 46 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.83 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20252
January 20252
December 20247
November 20241
October 20243
September 20241
August 20242
July 20247
June 20244
May 20245
April 20248

A total of 121 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.08 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 28 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202511
February 20254
January 20258
December 20246
November 20243
October 202411
September 20249
August 202412
July 202412
June 202428
May 20244
April 202413

A total of 14 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
October 20241
September 20242
August 20242
July 20241
June 20242
May 20241
April 20244

A total of 43 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.91 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20252
January 20254
December 20243
November 20244
October 20245
August 20241
July 20243
June 20248
May 20244
April 20245

A total of 56 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.67 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20255
January 20253
December 20241
November 20249
October 20246
September 20244
August 20241
July 20247
June 20246
May 20249
April 20242

A total of 12 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20252
October 20241
September 20241
June 20244
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 45 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.09 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20252
January 20253
December 20243
November 20245
October 20242
September 20241
August 20243
June 202410
May 20244
April 20246

A total of 77 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.42 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20255
January 20252
December 20243
November 20247
October 20246
September 20244
August 20246
July 202412
June 202424
May 20243
April 20243

A total of 195 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 16.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 34 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20259
February 202520
January 20255
December 202415
November 202423
October 202415
September 202412
August 202414
July 202415
June 202434
May 202413
April 202420

A total of 19 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.38 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20253
November 20243
October 20241
September 20242
August 20244
June 20244
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 2 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
September 20241

A total of 2 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20241
April 20241

High Crime Locations Molesey East in March 2025

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

1. Riverbank (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour1
Bicycle theft1
Criminal damage and arson1
Drugs1
Public order1
2. Clinton Avenue (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Public order1
3. Petrol Station (Map)
Total3
Drugs1
Other theft1
Shoplifting1
4. The Riverside (Map)
Total2
Vehicle crime2
5. Feltham Avenue (Map)
Total2
Other crime1
Public order1
6. Hampton Court (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
7. St Mary'S Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
8. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Parking Area (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Walton Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1

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