Crime Rate in Thames Ditton: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Thames Ditton

The total recorded crimes in Thames Ditton, Elmbridge, UK in July 2025 are around 30 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Thames Ditton crime rate of 1.71 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 Thames Ditton, encompassing approximately 17,516 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (9) incidents (-52.63% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (8) incidents (100.00% increase)
  • Vehicle crime: (7) incidents (75.00% increase)
Thames Ditton Crime Hotspots

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

  • Aldersgrove with total crimes: 3
  • Queen'S Drive with total crimes: 2
  • Parking Area with total crimes: 2

How safe is Thames Ditton?

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

  • Relative to Elmbridge:

    • In 2024, Thames Ditton demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Elmbridge average, with 332 crimes compared to 568.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Thames Ditton recorded fewer crimes than 13 out of 15 other areas in the Elmbridge.

    • In 2023, Thames Ditton had fewer crimes than the Elmbridge average, with 395 crimes compared to 564. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Thames Ditton recorded fewer crimes than 12 out of 15 other areas in the Elmbridge.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Thames Ditton Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Thames Ditton has recorded 30 crimes with crime rate of 1.71 ranking 14th out of 15 in the Elmbridge, UK

In 2024, the total Thames Ditton crimes were 332. The crime rate of Thames Ditton in 2024 was 18.95 (year) or 1.58 (month) ranking it 14 dangerous area in the Elmbridge.

In 2023, the total crimes in Thames Ditton were around 395 crimes with yearly crime rate of 22.55 (year) or 1.88 (month) ranking 13 most dangerous area in the Elmbridge.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Thames Ditton)CrimesRank (Thames Ditton)CrimesRank (Thames Ditton)
Cobham and Downside67 5806 3918 1
Walton Central96 1859 1806 2
Esher52 8808 2688 4
Walton South69 2659 7646 7
Molesey West67 4650 9751 3
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
Claygate21 15359 13314 15
Hinchley Wood and Weston Green16 16285 15354 14

Thames Ditton 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 9 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (19 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (8 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (5 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other theft (4 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (10 incidents) and then Burglary showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 7 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (9 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 6 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Public order (7 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (7 incidents), followed by Other theft also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (8 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (3 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (9 incidents) and then Other theft showed a substantial number of incidents (2 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 32 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.67 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20258
June 20254
May 20252
April 20251
March 20252
February 20251
January 20252
December 20243
November 20241
October 20243
September 20243
August 20242

A total of 103 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.58 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 19 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20259
June 202519
May 20258
April 20255
March 202510
February 20257
January 20259
December 20246
November 20246
October 20247
September 20248
August 20249

A total of 29 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.90 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 20254
May 20254
April 20251
March 20251
February 20251
January 20253
December 20245
September 20241
August 20242

A total of 25 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.27 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
May 20251
April 20254
March 20252
February 20252
January 20253
December 20242
November 20241
October 20245
August 20242

A total of 21 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.91 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20252
May 20253
April 20254
March 20251
February 20252
January 20252
December 20243
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241

A total of 12 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20252
April 20252
March 20253
December 20242
November 20242

A total of 19 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.11 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
May 20251
April 20251
February 20251
January 20252
November 20247
October 20243
August 20241

A total of 7 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20251
April 20251
December 20242
November 20242

A total of 4 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
April 20253

A total of 2 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
February 20251

A total of 2 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
January 20251

A total of 9 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.80 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20252
December 20242
November 20242
October 20242

A total of 2 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
December 20241

High Crime Locations Thames Ditton in July 2025

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

1. Aldersgrove (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Queen'S Drive (Map)
Total2
Vehicle crime2
3. Parking Area (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Vehicle crime1
4. Summer Road (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
5. Ember Farm Avenue (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Ember Lane (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1
7. College Drive (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
8. Imber Cross (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Basingfield Road (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1
10. Camm Gardens (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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