Crime Rate in Cannon Hill: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Cannon Hill

The total recorded crimes in Cannon Hill, Merton, UK in July 2025 are around 42 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Cannon Hill crime rate of 1.64 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 Cannon Hill, encompassing approximately 25,539 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (14) incidents (27.27% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (12) incidents (20.00% increase)
  • Other theft: (4) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Cannon Hill Crime Hotspots

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

  • Monkleigh Road with total crimes: 9
  • Northernhay Walk with total crimes: 4
  • Martin Way with total crimes: 4

How safe is Cannon Hill?

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

  • Relative to Merton:

    • In 2024, Cannon Hill demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Merton average, with 222 crimes compared to 500.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Cannon Hill recorded fewer crimes than 19 out of 19 other areas in the Merton.

    • In 2023, Cannon Hill had fewer crimes than the Merton average, with 412 crimes compared to 899. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Cannon Hill recorded fewer crimes than 19 out of 19 other areas in the Merton.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Merton, Cannon Hill has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Cannon Hill Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Cannon Hill has recorded 42 crimes with crime rate of 1.64 ranking 19th out of 19 in the Merton, UK

In 2024, the total Cannon Hill crimes were 222. The crime rate of Cannon Hill in 2024 was 8.69 (year) or 0.72 (month) ranking it 20 dangerous area in the Merton.

In 2023, the total crimes in Cannon Hill were around 412 crimes with yearly crime rate of 16.13 (year) or 1.34 (month) ranking 20 most dangerous area in the Merton.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Cannon Hill)CrimesRank (Cannon Hill)CrimesRank (Cannon Hill)
Cricket Green143 2860 21,677 1
Wimbledon Town & Dundonald177 11,159 11,528 2
Graveney123 3652 41,247 3
Colliers Wood118 4717 31,215 4
Raynes Park86 8429 121,035 5
Longthornton95 6550 5897 10
Wimbledon Park97 5517 9795 12
Abbey67 14534 71,030 6
Merton Park78 12545 6979 7
Village94 7263 17661 16
St Helier60 17491 11926 8
Lavender Fields83 9525 8922 9
Figge's Marsh81 10504 10854 11
Pollards Hill79 11404 13750 13
West Barnes72 13393 14735 14
Ravensbury65 15371 16709 15
Hillside62 16380 15621 17
Lower Morden33 20246 18503 18
Wandle43 18232 19493 19

Cannon Hill Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 14 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 12 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (11 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (11 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Shoplifting were the most frequent (13 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (8 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (9 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (7 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 10 incidents, and Drugs was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (8 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

December 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 4 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Drugs (6 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In October 2024, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (12 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (7 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Vehicle crime were the most frequent (9 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (9 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).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 105 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.75 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202512
June 202510
May 202511
April 20256
March 20257
February 202510
January 20258
December 202410
November 20244
October 20247
September 20249
August 202411

A total of 22 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.44 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
May 20252
April 20253
March 20251
February 20253
January 20251
November 20243
September 20244
August 20241

A total of 19 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.73 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20252
May 20252
April 20252
February 20251
January 20252
December 20241
November 20243
October 20241
September 20241
August 20242

A total of 19 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.11 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
April 20252
March 20255
February 20253
January 20251
December 20241
November 20242
October 20242
September 20241

A total of 43 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.58 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20251
May 20251
April 20254
March 20253
February 20253
January 20254
December 20243
November 20243
October 20247
September 20249
August 20242

A total of 86 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.17 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202514
June 202511
May 20252
April 20258
March 20259
February 20252
January 20255
December 20244
November 20246
October 202412
September 20247
August 20246

A total of 35 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.38 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
May 20256
April 202513
March 20253
February 20252
November 20246
September 20242
August 20241

A total of 4 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20252
April 20251

A total of 5 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
December 20243

A total of 13 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.86 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20252
May 20253
March 20251
November 20241
October 20242
September 20242
August 20242

A total of 3 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
January 20251
December 20241

A total of 16 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.29 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
March 20252
February 20254
November 20246
October 20241
September 20241

A total of 1 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

A total of 3 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
November 20241
August 20241

High Crime Locations Cannon Hill in July 2025

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

1. Monkleigh Road (Map)
Total9
Anti-social behaviour9
2. Northernhay Walk (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Burglary1
3. Martin Way (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Shoplifting1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Petrol Station (Map)
Total4
Robbery2
Bicycle theft1
Shoplifting1
5. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Arundel Avenue (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Westcroft Gardens (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Vehicle crime1
8. Whatley Avenue (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
9. Shaldon Drive (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Hillcross Avenue (Map)
Total1
Other theft1

  • Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2021. This data is licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
  • Contains Office for National Statistics data licensed under the Open Government Licence v.3.0
  • Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.