Crime Rate in Molesey West: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Molesey West

The total recorded crimes in Molesey West, Elmbridge, UK in July 2025 are around 67 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Molesey West crime rate of 2.27 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 West, encompassing approximately 29,507 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (34) incidents (61.90% increase)
  • Public order: (9) incidents (350.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (9) incidents (125.00% increase)
Molesey West Crime Hotspots

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

  • Monks Avenue with total crimes: 7
  • Grovelands with total crimes: 5
  • Belvedere Gardens with total crimes: 4

How safe is Molesey West?

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

  • Relative to Elmbridge:

    • In 2024, Molesey West reported a higher crime volume than the Elmbridge average, with 650 crimes compared to 568. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Additionally, Molesey West recorded fewer crimes than 8 out of 15 other areas in the Elmbridge.

    • In 2023, Molesey West experienced a greater number of crimes than the Elmbridge average, with 751 crimes compared to 564. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Molesey West witnessed more crimes than 13 out of 15 other areas in the Elmbridge.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Molesey West Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Molesey West has recorded 67 crimes with crime rate of 2.27 ranking 4th out of 15 in the Elmbridge, UK

In 2024, the total Molesey West crimes were 650. The crime rate of Molesey West in 2024 was 22.03 (year) or 1.84 (month) ranking it 9 dangerous area in the Elmbridge.

In 2023, the total crimes in Molesey West were around 751 crimes with yearly crime rate of 25.45 (year) or 2.12 (month) ranking 3 most dangerous area in the Elmbridge.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Molesey West)CrimesRank (Molesey West)CrimesRank (Molesey West)
Cobham and Downside67 5806 3918 1
Walton Central96 1859 1806 2
Esher52 8808 2688 4
Walton South69 2659 7646 7
Walton North68 3698 5654 6
Weybridge Riverside65 6758 4688 5
Weybridge St George's Hill47 9667 6598 8
Molesey East61 7657 8556 9
Long Ditton40 11391 12497 10
Hersham Village46 10512 10484 11
Oxshott and Stoke D'Abernon30 13406 11405 12
Oatlands and Burwood Park33 12242 16272 16
Thames Ditton30 14332 14395 13
Claygate21 15359 13314 15
Hinchley Wood and Weston Green16 16285 15354 14

Molesey West Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 34 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (21 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (23 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (23 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (6 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (20 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (8 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 26 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (22 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 23 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (10 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (25 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (7 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (30 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other theft (6 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (22 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (8 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 55 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.58 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20259
June 20252
May 20256
April 20256
March 20255
February 20253
January 20254
December 20244
November 20242
October 20245
September 20245
August 20244

A total of 28 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.80 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
May 20254
April 20253
March 20254
February 20252
January 20252
December 20243
October 20243
September 20244

A total of 279 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 23.25 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 34 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202534
June 202521
May 202523
April 202523
March 202520
February 202526
January 202522
December 202423
November 202410
October 202425
September 202430
August 202422

A total of 53 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.82 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20253
May 20256
March 20256
February 20254
January 20255
December 20247
November 20244
October 20242
September 20246
August 20245

A total of 9 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.80 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20253
April 20251
November 20241
October 20243

A total of 36 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20252
May 20255
April 20252
March 20253
February 20252
January 20252
December 20243
November 20244
October 20245
September 20242
August 20244

A total of 64 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.33 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20259
June 20254
May 20255
April 20254
March 20258
February 20256
January 20251
December 20249
November 20244
October 20244
September 20242
August 20248

A total of 23 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.09 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20253
May 20251
April 20252
March 20252
February 20251
January 20252
November 20243
October 20241
September 20242
August 20244

A total of 37 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.36 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20256
May 20256
April 20253
March 20252
February 20251
December 20241
November 20242
October 20247
September 20244
August 20244

A total of 18 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.80 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20252
April 20252
March 20251
February 20253
January 20252
December 20242
October 20241
September 20242
August 20242

A total of 11 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.38 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20251
April 20252
March 20252
December 20241
November 20241
October 20242
September 20241

A total of 5 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
October 20241
September 20241
August 20242

A total of 4 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
September 20242

A total of 2 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
August 20241

High Crime Locations Molesey West in July 2025

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

1. Monks Avenue (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences7
2. Grovelands (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson1
Drugs1
3. Belvedere Gardens (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson1
4. The Dene (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
5. Cambridge Road (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Weston Avenue (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
Other theft1
7. Spreighton Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
8. Cannon Way (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Public order1
9. Faraday Place (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Eastcote Avenue (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2

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