Crime Rate in Tolworth: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Tolworth

The total recorded crimes in Tolworth, Kingston upon Thames, UK in July 2025 are around 118 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Tolworth crime rate of 2.81 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 Tolworth, encompassing approximately 41,958 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (41) incidents (10.81% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (21) incidents (-22.22% decrease)
  • Vehicle crime: (14) incidents (250.00% increase)
Tolworth Crime Hotspots

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

  • Draycot Road with total crimes: 10
  • Kingsmead Avenue with total crimes: 9
  • Chaffinch Close with total crimes: 6

How safe is Tolworth?

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

  • Relative to Kingston upon Thames:

    • In 2024, Tolworth reported a higher crime volume than the Kingston upon Thames average, with 573 crimes compared to 430. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Tolworth witnessed more crimes than 17 out of 18 other areas in the Kingston upon Thames.

    • In 2023, Tolworth experienced a greater number of crimes than the Kingston upon Thames average, with 1,072 crimes compared to 823. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Tolworth witnessed more crimes than 16 out of 18 other areas in the Kingston upon Thames.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Kingston upon Thames, Tolworth has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Tolworth Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Tolworth has recorded 118 crimes with crime rate of 2.81 ranking 2th out of 18 in the Kingston upon Thames, UK

In 2024, the total Tolworth crimes were 573. The crime rate of Tolworth in 2024 was 13.66 (year) or 1.14 (month) ranking it 2 dangerous area in the Kingston upon Thames.

In 2023, the total crimes in Tolworth were around 1,072 crimes with yearly crime rate of 25.55 (year) or 2.13 (month) ranking 3 most dangerous area in the Kingston upon Thames.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Tolworth)CrimesRank (Tolworth)CrimesRank (Tolworth)
Kingston Town460 12,356 14,298 1
St Mark's & Seething Wells88 5570 31,216 2
Norbiton96 3540 4919 6
New Malden Village86 6487 51,044 4
Surbiton Hill91 4391 9826 7
King George's & Sunray72 7459 7973 5
Kingston Gate65 9459 6700 9
Canbury Gardens70 8405 8708 8
Chessington South & Malden Rushett55 11358 11647 10
Hook & Chessington North61 10368 10583 11
Coombe Hill35 14243 12532 12
Old Malden41 12185 14379 14
Coombe Vale37 13215 13470 13
Green Lane & St James26 16156 15330 15
Tudor31 15153 16328 16
Motspur Park & Old Malden East23 17113 17295 17
Alexandra15 1968 18165 18
Berrylands18 1866 19160 19

Tolworth 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 41 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 21 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (37 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (27 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (27 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (25 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (24 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (24 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (29 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (20 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 34 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 27 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (28 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (23 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 16 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 12 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (30 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (29 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (17 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (11 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (25 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (22 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (30 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (17 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 275 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 22.92 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 30 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202521
June 202527
May 202525
April 202524
March 202520
February 202527
January 202523
December 202416
November 202429
October 202411
September 202422
August 202430

A total of 46 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.83 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 8 reported cases.

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

A total of 18 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20251
May 20251
April 20252
March 20255
January 20251
November 20241
October 20242
September 20241

A total of 65 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.42 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 20254
May 20251
April 20253
March 20253
February 202511
January 20254
December 20246
November 20246
October 20249
September 20247
August 20244

A total of 5 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
April 20251
October 20241
September 20241

A total of 321 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 26.75 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 41 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202541
June 202537
May 202527
April 202524
March 202529
February 202534
January 202528
December 202412
November 202430
October 202417
September 202425
August 202417

A total of 81 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.36 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202512
June 20257
April 20259
March 20252
February 20259
January 202515
December 20243
November 20249
October 20242
September 20247
August 20246

A total of 84 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.64 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202514
June 20254
May 202512
April 202515
March 20259
February 20254
December 20244
November 20248
October 20244
September 20245
August 20245

A total of 8 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
April 20252
December 20242
August 20243

A total of 66 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.50 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20258
May 20258
April 20259
March 20253
February 20255
January 20256
December 20243
November 20245
October 20244
September 20246
August 20245

A total of 31 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.58 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20252
May 20253
April 20256
March 20251
February 20252
January 20256
December 20242
November 20241
October 20242
September 20242
August 20242

A total of 40 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20254
May 20253
April 20256
March 20253
February 20254
January 20255
December 20245
October 20246
September 20242

A total of 8 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
April 20251
March 20251
December 20241
November 20242
October 20241

A total of 15 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20252
April 20252
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
November 20242
October 20242
August 20242

High Crime Locations Tolworth in July 2025

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

1. Draycot Road (Map)
Total10
Violence and sexual offences7
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
Public order1
2. Kingsmead Avenue (Map)
Total9
Violence and sexual offences5
Criminal damage and arson2
Robbery1
Vehicle crime1
3. Chaffinch Close (Map)
Total6
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
Other crime1
Other theft1
Possession of weapons1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Cranborne Avenue (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences4
Other crime1
Vehicle crime1
5. St George'S Gardens (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Bicycle theft1
Criminal damage and arson1
6. Toby Way (Map)
Total5
Vehicle crime3
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
7. Verona Drive (Map)
Total4
Public order2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Brook Road (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour4
9. Red Lion Road (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other crime1
10. Inglewood Mews (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1

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