Crime Rate in Ash Wharf: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Ash Wharf

The total recorded crimes in Ash Wharf, Guildford, UK in May 2025 are around 53 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Ash Wharf crime rate of 6.31 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 Wharf, encompassing approximately 8,395 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (15) incidents (-28.57% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (8) incidents (60.00% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (7) incidents (16.67% increase)
Ash Wharf Crime Hotspots

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

  • Deedman Close with total crimes: 9
  • Supermarket with total crimes: 7
  • Manfield Road with total crimes: 5

How safe is Ash Wharf?

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

  • Relative to Guildford:

    • In 2024, Ash Wharf demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Guildford average, with 471 crimes compared to 639.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Ash Wharf witnessed more crimes than 12 out of 21 other areas in the Guildford.

    • In 2023, Ash Wharf had fewer crimes than the Guildford average, with 414 crimes compared to 570. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Furthermore, Ash Wharf witnessed more crimes than 13 out of 21 other areas in the Guildford.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Ash Wharf Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Ash Wharf has recorded 53 crimes with crime rate of 6.31 ranking 7th out of 21 in the Guildford, UK

In 2024, the total Ash Wharf crimes were 471. The crime rate of Ash Wharf in 2024 was 56.10 (year) or 4.68 (month) ranking it 10 dangerous area in the Guildford.

In 2023, the total crimes in Ash Wharf were around 414 crimes with yearly crime rate of 49.31 (year) or 4.11 (month) ranking 9 most dangerous area in the Guildford.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Ash Wharf)CrimesRank (Ash Wharf)CrimesRank (Ash Wharf)
Friary and St Nicolas326 14,049 13,511 1
Holy Trinity139 21,387 21,386 2
Onslow77 3896 3796 3
Stoke70 5734 5728 4
Stoughton75 4861 4720 5
Westborough49 9702 6680 6
Worplesdon66 6510 8419 8
Ash South and Tongham51 8588 7497 7
Lovelace21 18499 9323 14
Shalford36 11415 11370 10
Merrow37 10310 16259 18
Clandon and Horsley33 12306 17341 11
Christchurch25 14385 12334 12
Burpham22 17340 14330 13
Tillingbourne24 15358 13295 16
Pilgrims32 13314 15301 15
Ash Vale22 16275 18260 17
Send9 21208 19161 19
Normandy15 19157 21131 21
Pirbright12 20164 20147 20
Effingham9 22120 22131 22

Ash Wharf Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (15 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (8 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (21 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (8 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (12 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (5 incidents).

February 2025 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 4 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (7 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 11 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (12 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (9 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (8 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 (5 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , 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 (6 incidents).

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

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Shoplifting (28 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (24 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (12 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (11 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 30 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20255
April 20252
March 20251
February 20252
December 20243
November 20241
October 20243
September 20243
August 20241
July 20244
June 20244
May 20241

A total of 90 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 6.92 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20258
April 20255
March 20255
February 20254
January 20257
December 20246
November 20244
October 20248
September 20245
August 20246
July 202410
June 202414
May 20248

A total of 164 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 12.62 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202515
April 202521
March 202512
February 202515
January 20254
December 202411
November 202412
October 20249
September 20248
August 202411
July 202410
June 202424
May 202412

A total of 49 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.77 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20257
April 20256
March 20252
February 20253
January 20255
December 20241
November 20243
October 20244
September 20241
August 20242
July 20243
June 20248
May 20244

A total of 44 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.67 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20255
April 20258
March 20255
February 20251
January 20252
December 20243
November 20241
October 20243
September 20241
August 20244
July 20245
June 20246

A total of 64 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 5.33 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
April 20256
March 20251
February 20254
December 20249
November 20241
October 20241
September 20245
August 20245
July 20247
June 202410
May 202411

A total of 7 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.17 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20252
March 20251
February 20251
October 20241
August 20241

A total of 61 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 5.55 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 28 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20255
April 20254
March 20255
February 20251
November 20241
October 20241
September 20243
August 20245
July 20245
June 202428
May 20243

A total of 3 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
February 20251
May 20241

A total of 14 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20252
January 20253
November 20241
October 20241
September 20244
July 20241
May 20241

A total of 2 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
September 20241

A total of 2 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
October 20241

A total of 16 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20252
March 20253
February 20251
December 20241
November 20242
October 20241
August 20242
June 20244

A total of 8 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
March 20252
October 20241
September 20242
July 20242

High Crime Locations Ash Wharf in May 2025

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

1. Deedman Close (Map)
Total9
Violence and sexual offences4
Public order2
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
Vehicle crime1
2. Supermarket (Map)
Total7
Shoplifting3
Bicycle theft1
Burglary1
Public order1
Robbery1
3. Manfield Road (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson1
Possession of weapons1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Youngs Drive (Map)
Total3
Vehicle crime3
5. Supermarket (Map)
Total2
Shoplifting2
6. Church View (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
7. Ash Hill Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
8. Church Path (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
9. Parking Area (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
10. Dean Close (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1

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