Crime Rate in Dorking North: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Dorking North

The total recorded crimes in Dorking North, Mole Valley, UK in March 2025 are around 36 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Dorking North crime rate of 4.81 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 Dorking North, encompassing approximately 7,492 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Criminal damage and arson: (6) incidents (50.00% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (6) incidents (20.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (6) incidents (100.00% increase)
Dorking North Crime Hotspots

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

  • St Martins Mews with total crimes: 4
  • Shopping Area with total crimes: 3
  • Sports/Recreation Area with total crimes: 3

How safe is Dorking North?

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

  • Relative to Mole Valley:

    • In 2024, Dorking North reported a higher crime volume than the Mole Valley average, with 437 crimes compared to 283. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Dorking North witnessed more crimes than 17 out of 20 other cities.

    • In 2023, Dorking North experienced a greater number of crimes than the Mole Valley average, with 432 crimes compared to 269. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Dorking North witnessed more crimes than 18 out of 20 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Mole Valley, Dorking North has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Dorking North Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Dorking North has recorded 36 crimes with crime rate of 4.81 ranking 6th out of 20 in the Mole Valley, UK

In 2024, the total Dorking North crimes were 437. The crime rate of Dorking North in 2024 was 58.33 (year) or 4.86 (month) ranking it 4 dangerous area in the Mole Valley.

In 2023, the total crimes in Dorking North were around 432 crimes with yearly crime rate of 57.66 (year) or 4.81 (month) ranking 3 most dangerous area in the Mole Valley.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Mole Valley)CrimesRank (Mole Valley)CrimesRank (Mole Valley)
Leatherhead North111 11,152 11,108 1
Dorking South72 2732 2618 2
Holmwoods50 3498 3423 4
Leatherhead South39 4329 5374 5
Bookham South38 5260 8259 7
Charlwood35 7311 6355 6
Bookham North33 8300 7255 8
Ashtead Village20 10225 10247 9
Fetcham East14 14231 9178 12
Ashtead Common23 9103 19122 15
Brockham, Betchworth and Buckland15 13152 15196 10
Capel, Leigh and Newdigate13 15204 11179 11
Ashtead Park16 11161 14175 13
Box Hill and Headley15 12165 12115 18
Westcott11 16165 13116 17
Okewood6 1984 21130 14
Fetcham West6 20104 18117 16
Beare Green10 17127 1687 20
Mickleham, Westhumble and Pixham10 18127 17104 19
Leith Hill3 2186 2059 21

Dorking North Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Criminal damage and arson (6 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (6 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Burglary saw the largest number of reported crimes with 7 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (7 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 8 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (11 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In October 2024, Other theft dominated crime reports (8 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (14 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (5 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (12 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (5 incidents).

July 2024 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 11 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (24 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

In May 2024, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (15 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (9 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (12 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (10 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 24 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20257
December 20241
October 20241
September 20242
August 20242
July 20243
May 20244

A total of 28 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.55 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20254
January 20253
December 20241
November 20241
October 20244
September 20242
August 20242
July 20242
May 20241
April 20242

A total of 128 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.67 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20255
January 20257
December 20248
November 202411
October 20246
September 202414
August 202412
July 202414
June 202424
May 20249
April 202412

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

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
August 20241

A total of 36 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.60 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20253
January 20253
December 20244
October 20243
September 20242
August 20245
July 20241
June 20248
May 20245

A total of 33 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.67 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20254
December 20243
October 20248
August 20242
July 20243
June 20244
May 20241
April 20243

A total of 47 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.27 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20253
January 20256
December 20243
November 20246
September 20242
August 20241
July 20242
June 20248
May 20241
April 202410

A total of 81 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.75 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20253
January 20257
December 20245
November 20245
October 20246
September 20245
August 20243
July 202411
June 20248
May 202415
April 20247

A total of 11 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.83 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20251
December 20241
July 20241
June 20246
April 20241

A total of 3 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
May 20242

A total of 9 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.80 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
November 20241
October 20241
August 20241
April 20245

A total of 8 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.14 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
November 20241
October 20241
June 20242
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 6 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20241
August 20241
June 20242
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 3 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20242
April 20241

High Crime Locations Dorking North in March 2025

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

1. St Martins Mews (Map)
Total4
Shoplifting3
Other theft1
2. Shopping Area (Map)
Total3
Other theft2
Criminal damage and arson1
3. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Hanover Court (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
5. Parking Area (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. West Street (Map)
Total2
Drugs1
Public order1
7. Mint Gardens (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson2
8. Petrol Station (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
9. Lincoln Road (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Ranmore Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1

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