Crime Rate in Effingham: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Effingham

The total recorded crimes in Effingham, Guildford, UK in March 2025 are around 16 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Effingham crime rate of 8.50 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 Effingham, encompassing approximately 1,883 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (7) incidents (133.33% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (2) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (2) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Effingham Crime Hotspots

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

  • Effingham Place with total crimes: 5
  • Barnes Wallis Close with total crimes: 2
  • Norwood Road with total crimes: 2

How safe is Effingham?

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

  • Relative to Guildford:

    • In 2024, Effingham demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Guildford average, with 120 crimes compared to 639.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Effingham recorded fewer crimes than 21 out of 21 other cities.

    • In 2023, Effingham had fewer crimes than the Guildford average, with 131 crimes compared to 570. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Effingham recorded fewer crimes than 20 out of 21 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Effingham Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Effingham has recorded 16 crimes with crime rate of 8.50 ranking 20th out of 21 in the Guildford, UK

In 2024, the total Effingham crimes were 120. The crime rate of Effingham in 2024 was 63.72 (year) or 5.31 (month) ranking it 22 dangerous area in the Guildford.

In 2023, the total crimes in Effingham were around 131 crimes with yearly crime rate of 69.56 (year) or 5.80 (month) ranking 22 most dangerous area in the Guildford.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Guildford)CrimesRank (Guildford)CrimesRank (Guildford)
Friary and St Nicolas340 14,049 13,511 1
Holy Trinity113 21,387 21,386 2
Onslow55 5896 3796 3
Stoughton64 3861 4720 5
Stoke54 6734 5728 4
Westborough62 4702 6680 6
Ash South and Tongham34 10588 7497 7
Ash Wharf37 7471 10414 9
Worplesdon27 13510 8419 8
Burpham36 8340 14330 13
Lovelace23 16499 9323 14
Shalford36 9415 11370 10
Clandon and Horsley27 12306 17341 11
Merrow34 11310 16259 18
Christchurch20 18385 12334 12
Tillingbourne20 17358 13295 16
Pilgrims25 14314 15301 15
Ash Vale25 15275 18260 17
Send17 19208 19161 19
Pirbright7 22164 20147 20
Normandy7 21157 21131 21

Effingham Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (7 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (2 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 3 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 (1 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (1 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 3 incidents, and Burglary was another prevalent crime category with 1 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Other theft (2 reports) and Burglary incidents were also notably high (1 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (5 incidents), followed by Burglary also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (7 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (3 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Public order (4 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 3 incidents, and Possession of weapons was another prevalent crime category with 1 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (6 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (3 incidents), followed by Burglary also remained a significant concern (1 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (3 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Burglary (1 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 45 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.75 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20253
January 20251
December 20243
November 20241
October 20245
September 20247
August 20243
July 20243
June 20246
May 20243
April 20243

A total of 6 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
November 20242
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 14 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
January 20251
December 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20243
June 20244
April 20241

A total of 14 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
November 20241
October 20242
September 20243
August 20244
July 20241
April 20241

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

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20251
December 20241
September 20242

A total of 9 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20252
November 20241
October 20242
September 20241
April 20241

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

MonthCount
March 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20243
June 20244
May 20241
April 20241

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

MonthCount
March 20251
July 20241

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

MonthCount
February 20251
November 20241
October 20241
April 20241

A total of 1 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241

High Crime Locations Effingham in March 2025

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

1. Effingham Place (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences5
2. Barnes Wallis Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
3. Norwood Road (Map)
Total2
Possession of weapons1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Lutchens Close (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
5. Yew Tree Walk (Map)
Total1
Public order1
6. Norwood Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Middle Farm Place (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1
8. Orestan Lane (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1
9. Guildford Road (Map)
Total1
Burglary1
10. Lindens Close (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1

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