Crime Rate in Molesey West: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Molesey West

The total recorded crimes in Molesey West, Elmbridge, UK in March 2025 are around 54 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Molesey West crime rate of 1.83 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 Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (20) incidents (-23.08% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (8) incidents (33.33% increase)
  • Other theft: (6) incidents (50.00% increase)
Molesey West Crime Hotspots

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

  • Central Square with total crimes: 5
  • Chalford Close with total crimes: 3
  • St Barnabas' Gardens with total crimes: 3

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 cities.

    • 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 cities.

  • 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 March 2025 the Molesey West has recorded 54 crimes with crime rate of 1.83 ranking 5th 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.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Elmbridge)CrimesRank (Elmbridge)CrimesRank (Elmbridge)
Cobham and Downside50 6806 3918 1
Walton Central71 1859 1806 2
Esher69 2808 2688 4
Walton North62 3698 5654 6
Weybridge Riverside47 8758 4688 5
Weybridge St George's Hill60 4667 6598 8
Walton South42 9659 7646 7
Molesey East48 7657 8556 9
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 West Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

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).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 15 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 9 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 (14 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (14 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour 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 Public order (7 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 77 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.42 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 20256
January 20251
December 20249
November 20244
October 20244
September 20242
August 20248
July 20245
June 202414
May 20249
April 20247

A total of 261 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 21.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 34 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202520
February 202526
January 202522
December 202423
November 202410
October 202425
September 202430
August 202422
July 202415
June 202434
May 202414
April 202420

A total of 22 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

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

A total of 12 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.71 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
December 20241
November 20241
October 20242
September 20241
June 20244
April 20241

A total of 60 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20253
January 20254
December 20244
November 20242
October 20245
September 20245
August 20244
July 20249
June 202410
May 20242
April 20247

A total of 45 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.75 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 6 reported cases.

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

A total of 37 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.70 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 8 reported cases.

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

A total of 22 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

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

A total of 48 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.36 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 7 reported cases.

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

A total of 31 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.10 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 7 reported cases.

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

A total of 7 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 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
April 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 3 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
July 20241

A total of 4 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241
October 20243

High Crime Locations Molesey West in March 2025

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

1. Central Square (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour1
Drugs1
Other crime1
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Chalford Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
3. St Barnabas' Gardens (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Other theft1
4. Spreighton Road (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Shoplifting1
5. The Crescent (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
6. Faraday Place (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson2
7. Beauchamp Road (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Pool Close (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
9. Island Farm Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
10. Belvedere Gardens (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2

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