Crime Rate in Ash South and Tongham: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Ash South and Tongham

The total recorded crimes in Ash South and Tongham, Guildford, UK in July 2025 are around 43 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Ash South and Tongham crime rate of 4.21 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 Ash South and Tongham, encompassing approximately 10,212 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (12) incidents (71.43% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (12) incidents (-53.85% decrease)
  • Vehicle crime: (7) incidents (250.00% increase)
Ash South and Tongham Crime Hotspots

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

  • George Myers Close with total crimes: 4
  • Yalden Gardens with total crimes: 3
  • Attfield Close with total crimes: 3

How safe is Ash South and Tongham?

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

  • Relative to Guildford:

    • In 2024, Ash South and Tongham demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Guildford average, with 588 crimes compared to 639.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Ash South and Tongham witnessed more crimes than 15 out of 21 other areas in the Guildford.

    • In 2023, Ash South and Tongham had fewer crimes than the Guildford average, with 497 crimes compared to 570. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Furthermore, Ash South and Tongham witnessed more crimes than 15 out of 21 other areas in the Guildford.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Guildford, Ash South and Tongham has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Ash South and Tongham Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Ash South and Tongham has recorded 43 crimes with crime rate of 4.21 ranking 10th out of 21 in the Guildford, UK

In 2024, the total Ash South and Tongham crimes were 588. The crime rate of Ash South and Tongham in 2024 was 57.57 (year) or 4.80 (month) ranking it 7 dangerous area in the Guildford.

In 2023, the total crimes in Ash South and Tongham were around 497 crimes with yearly crime rate of 48.66 (year) or 4.06 (month) ranking 7 most dangerous area in the Guildford.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Ash South and Tongham)CrimesRank (Ash South and Tongham)CrimesRank (Ash South and Tongham)
Friary and St Nicolas330 14,049 13,511 1
Holy Trinity146 21,387 21,386 2
Onslow77 5896 3796 3
Merrow77 3310 16259 18
Stoke61 7734 5728 4
Stoughton77 4861 4720 5
Westborough69 6702 6680 6
Worplesdon52 8510 8419 8
Ash Wharf31 14471 10414 9
Lovelace29 15499 9323 14
Christchurch44 9385 12334 12
Shalford39 11415 11370 10
Clandon and Horsley37 12306 17341 11
Burpham26 17340 14330 13
Tillingbourne32 13358 13295 16
Pilgrims21 18314 15301 15
Ash Vale27 16275 18260 17
Send17 20208 19161 19
Normandy19 19157 21131 21
Pirbright11 21164 20147 20
Effingham9 22120 22131 22

Ash South and Tongham Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 12 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 12 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (26 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (25 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (15 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (11 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (11 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 18 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (24 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 11 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 10 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (17 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (21 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (8 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (22 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (6 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (25 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (6 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 34 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.09 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 20252
May 20254
April 20252
March 20252
January 20253
December 20241
November 20244
October 20243
September 20244
August 20242

A total of 79 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.58 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202512
June 20257
May 20256
April 202511
March 20258
February 20254
January 20252
December 202410
November 20245
October 20248
September 20244
August 20242

A total of 48 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 20251
May 20255
April 20259
March 20251
February 20255
January 20253
December 20243
November 20243
October 20241
September 20246
August 20245

A total of 31 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.10 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20253
May 20254
April 20255
March 20254
February 20254
January 20251
October 20242
September 20244
August 20242

A total of 227 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 18.92 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202512
June 202526
May 202525
April 202515
March 202511
February 202518
January 202524
December 202411
November 202417
October 202421
September 202422
August 202425

A total of 20 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
March 20251
February 20251
January 20254
December 20242
November 20242
October 20246
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 43 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.58 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20251
April 20254
March 20254
February 20252
January 20254
December 20245
November 20245
October 20245
September 20245
August 20246

A total of 7 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20253
April 20251
January 20251

A total of 17 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.70 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

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

A total of 13 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.44 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

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

A total of 6 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20252
March 20251
October 20241
September 20241

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

MonthCount
May 20251
November 20241

A total of 4 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
February 20251
December 20241
November 20241

High Crime Locations Ash South and Tongham in July 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Ash South and Tongham postcode area is presented below.

1. George Myers Close (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Yalden Gardens (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
3. Attfield Close (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson3
4. Foreman Park (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Vehicle crime1
5. Petrol Station (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Parish Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
7. Rosemary Hall Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
8. Tongham Road (Map)
Total2
Shoplifting2
9. East Ring (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1
10. Wanborough Way (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1

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