Crime Rate in Bookham South: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Bookham South

The total recorded crimes in Bookham South, Mole Valley, UK in July 2025 are around 34 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Bookham South crime rate of 5.53 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 Bookham South, encompassing approximately 6,145 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (16) incidents (77.78% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (6) incidents (100.00% increase)
  • Other theft: (4) incidents (100.00% increase)
Bookham South Crime Hotspots

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

  • Dawnay Road with total crimes: 6
  • Crabtree Lane with total crimes: 4
  • Gardener'S Walk with total crimes: 3

How safe is Bookham South?

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

  • Relative to Mole Valley:

    • In 2024, Bookham South demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Mole Valley average, with 260 crimes compared to 283.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Bookham South witnessed more crimes than 13 out of 20 other areas in the Mole Valley.

    • In 2023, Bookham South had fewer crimes than the Mole Valley average, with 259 crimes compared to 269. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Furthermore, Bookham South witnessed more crimes than 14 out of 20 other areas in the Mole Valley.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Mole Valley, Bookham South has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Bookham South Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Bookham South has recorded 34 crimes with crime rate of 5.53 ranking 5th out of 20 in the Mole Valley, UK

In 2024, the total Bookham South crimes were 260. The crime rate of Bookham South in 2024 was 42.31 (year) or 3.53 (month) ranking it 8 dangerous area in the Mole Valley.

In 2023, the total crimes in Bookham South were around 259 crimes with yearly crime rate of 42.15 (year) or 3.51 (month) ranking 7 most dangerous area in the Mole Valley.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Bookham South)CrimesRank (Bookham South)CrimesRank (Bookham South)
Leatherhead North128 11,152 11,108 1
Dorking South64 2732 2618 2
Dorking North34 6437 4432 3
Holmwoods51 3498 3423 4
Bookham North44 4300 7255 8
Leatherhead South29 7329 5374 5
Charlwood14 14311 6355 6
Brockham, Betchworth and Buckland26 8152 15196 10
Ashtead Village19 10225 10247 9
Fetcham East17 11231 9178 12
Capel, Leigh and Newdigate20 9204 11179 11
Box Hill and Headley15 12165 12115 18
Ashtead Park14 13161 14175 13
Westcott10 18165 13116 17
Okewood13 1584 21130 14
Ashtead Common11 16103 19122 15
Fetcham West7 20104 18117 16
Beare Green9 19127 1687 20
Mickleham, Westhumble and Pixham11 17127 17104 19
Leith Hill5 2186 2059 21

Bookham South 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 16 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (9 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (10 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (2 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (11 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (6 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (16 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour 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 6 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 1 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (4 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 6 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (8 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (9 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (4 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (3 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (5 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (4 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 103 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.58 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202516
June 20259
May 202510
April 202511
March 202516
February 20256
January 20254
December 20246
November 20248
October 20249
September 20244
August 20244

A total of 39 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.90 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 20253
May 20252
April 20256
March 20257
February 20251
December 20243
November 20243
September 20243
August 20245

A total of 14 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
April 20251
January 20252
December 20241
November 20242
October 20246

A total of 18 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20252
April 20252
March 20252
February 20251
December 20243
November 20241
October 20242
August 20241

A total of 25 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20252
May 20252
April 20251
March 20257
February 20251
January 20253
November 20243
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 12 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20251
February 20251
January 20253
December 20241
November 20242
October 20242
September 20241

A total of 7 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
April 20251
March 20251
December 20241
September 20243

A total of 23 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.30 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20254
May 20251
April 20253
March 20254
January 20251
November 20244
October 20242
September 20241
August 20242

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

MonthCount
March 20251

A total of 2 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
November 20241

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

MonthCount
December 20241

High Crime Locations Bookham South in July 2025

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

1. Dawnay Road (Map)
Total6
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
2. Crabtree Lane (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences4
3. Gardener'S Walk (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
4. Parking Area (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Vehicle crime1
5. New Cottages (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
6. Dean Walk (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
7. Styles End (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
8. Keswick Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Petrol Station (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
10. Chalk Pit Lane (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1

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