Crime Rate in Westcott: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Westcott

The total recorded crimes in Westcott, Mole Valley, UK in July 2025 are around 10 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Westcott crime rate of 49.00 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 Westcott, encompassing approximately 204 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (4) incidents (-20.00% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (2) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Public order: (2) incidents (-50.00% decrease)
Westcott Crime Hotspots

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

  • The Burrell with total crimes: 3
  • Heath Rise with total crimes: 3
  • Meadow Close with total crimes: 1

How safe is Westcott?

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

  • Relative to Mole Valley:

    • In 2024, Westcott demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Mole Valley average, with 165 crimes compared to 283.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Westcott recorded fewer crimes than 11 out of 20 other areas in the Mole Valley.

    • In 2023, Westcott had fewer crimes than the Mole Valley average, with 116 crimes compared to 269. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Westcott recorded fewer crimes than 16 out of 20 other areas in the Mole Valley.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Westcott Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Westcott has recorded 10 crimes with crime rate of 49.00 ranking 18th out of 20 in the Mole Valley, UK

In 2024, the total Westcott crimes were 165. The crime rate of Westcott in 2024 was 808.43 (year) or 67.37 (month) ranking it 13 dangerous area in the Mole Valley.

In 2023, the total crimes in Westcott were around 116 crimes with yearly crime rate of 568.35 (year) or 47.36 (month) ranking 17 most dangerous area in the Mole Valley.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Westcott)CrimesRank (Westcott)CrimesRank (Westcott)
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
Bookham South34 5260 8259 7
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
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

Westcott 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 4 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (5 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In May 2025, Criminal damage and arson dominated crime reports (3 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (2 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (4 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Drugs (2 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (4 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (4 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 5 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (2 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (2 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 2 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (3 reports) and Drugs incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (3 incidents), followed by Burglary also remained a significant concern (1 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (5 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (2 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (6 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (4 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 53 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.42 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20255
May 20252
April 20254
March 20254
February 20255
January 20252
December 202410
November 20243
October 20243
September 20245
August 20246

A total of 15 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 4 reported cases.

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

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

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20251
April 20251
February 20251
August 20241

A total of 7 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
September 20241

A total of 18 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.25 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20254
May 20252
March 20251
February 20251
January 20252
September 20242
August 20244

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

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20252
November 20241

A total of 10 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
February 20252
January 20251
September 20242
August 20242

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

MonthCount
May 20251
February 20251
October 20241

A total of 5 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20252
March 20251
November 20242

High Crime Locations Westcott in July 2025

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

1. The Burrell (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Heath Rise (Map)
Total3
Public order2
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Meadow Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Cradhurst Close (Map)
Total1
Other crime1
5. Chapel Lane (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
6. Lince Lane (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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