Crime Rate in Stoughton: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Stoughton

The total recorded crimes in Stoughton, Guildford, UK in March 2025 are around 64 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Stoughton crime rate of 2.34 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 Stoughton, encompassing approximately 27,397 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (24) incidents (71.43% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (12) incidents (71.43% increase)
  • Shoplifting: (9) incidents (125.00% increase)
Stoughton Crime Hotspots

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

  • Woodbridge Hill with total crimes: 14
  • Supermarket with total crimes: 5
  • Martin Road with total crimes: 5

How safe is Stoughton?

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

  • Relative to Guildford:

    • In 2024, Stoughton reported a higher crime volume than the Guildford average, with 861 crimes compared to 639. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Stoughton witnessed more crimes than 18 out of 21 other cities.

    • In 2023, Stoughton experienced a greater number of crimes than the Guildford average, with 720 crimes compared to 570. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Stoughton witnessed more crimes than 17 out of 21 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Guildford, Stoughton has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Stoughton Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Stoughton has recorded 64 crimes with crime rate of 2.34 ranking 3th out of 21 in the Guildford, UK

In 2024, the total Stoughton crimes were 861. The crime rate of Stoughton in 2024 was 31.43 (year) or 2.62 (month) ranking it 4 dangerous area in the Guildford.

In 2023, the total crimes in Stoughton were around 720 crimes with yearly crime rate of 26.28 (year) or 2.19 (month) ranking 5 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
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
Effingham16 20120 22131 22
Normandy7 21157 21131 21

Stoughton Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (24 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (12 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 14 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (16 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Vehicle crime saw the largest number of reported crimes with 18 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 16 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (20 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (9 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (15 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (9 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (15 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (7 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (18 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (11 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 22 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 12 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (56 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (24 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (22 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (7 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (19 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (10 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 83 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.92 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 20255
January 20254
December 20245
November 20245
October 20241
September 20247
August 20248
July 20245
June 202420
May 20245
April 202410

A total of 118 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.83 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202512
February 20257
January 20256
December 202412
November 20244
October 20246
September 20247
August 202411
July 202412
June 202424
May 20247
April 202410

A total of 257 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 21.42 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 56 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202524
February 202514
January 202516
December 202416
November 202420
October 202415
September 202415
August 202418
July 202422
June 202456
May 202422
April 202419

A total of 72 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.20 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20255
December 202418
November 20249
October 20247
September 20242
August 20241
July 202412
May 20246
April 20249

A total of 76 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20259
February 20254
January 20252
December 20243
November 20246
October 20249
September 20241
August 20244
July 20247
June 202418
May 20245
April 20248

A total of 16 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20252
September 20241
August 20244
July 20241
June 20244
May 20242
April 20241

A total of 49 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.08 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20253
January 20253
December 20242
November 20245
October 20241
September 20242
August 20243
July 20244
June 202416
May 20244
April 20243

A total of 69 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20252
January 20252
December 20246
November 20245
October 20246
September 20242
August 20244
July 20249
June 202422
May 20245
April 20243

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

MonthCount
March 20251
August 20241
July 20241
May 20241

A total of 12 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
September 20242
July 20242
April 20243

A total of 18 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.57 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
November 20241
October 20241
August 20244
July 20242
May 20243
April 20246

A total of 1 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

A total of 5 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
November 20242
June 20242

A total of 4 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241
September 20241
August 20241
May 20241

High Crime Locations Stoughton in March 2025

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

1. Woodbridge Hill (Map)
Total14
Violence and sexual offences8
Anti-social behaviour2
Other theft2
Other crime1
Shoplifting1
2. Supermarket (Map)
Total5
Public order2
Shoplifting2
Anti-social behaviour1
3. Martin Road (Map)
Total5
Shoplifting4
Public order1
4. Little Street (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Other theft1
Robbery1
5. Saffron Platt (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour4
6. Petrol Station (Map)
Total3
Shoplifting2
Public order1
7. Ardmore Way (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Percy Road (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Heather Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Johnston Walk (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1

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