Crime Rate in Fetcham West: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Fetcham West

The total recorded crimes in Fetcham West, Mole Valley, UK in May 2025 are around 8 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Fetcham West crime rate of 1.42 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 Fetcham West, encompassing approximately 5,648 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (3) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (3) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Other theft: (1) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Fetcham West Crime Hotspots

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

  • Mole Road with total crimes: 1
  • River Lane with total crimes: 1
  • Meadow Lane with total crimes: 1

How safe is Fetcham West?

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

  • Relative to Mole Valley:

    • In 2024, Fetcham West demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Mole Valley average, with 104 crimes compared to 283.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Fetcham West recorded fewer crimes than 17 out of 20 other areas in the Mole Valley.

    • In 2023, Fetcham West had fewer crimes than the Mole Valley average, with 117 crimes compared to 269. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Fetcham West recorded fewer crimes than 15 out of 20 other areas in the Mole Valley.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Fetcham West Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Fetcham West has recorded 8 crimes with crime rate of 1.42 ranking 20th out of 20 in the Mole Valley, UK

In 2024, the total Fetcham West crimes were 104. The crime rate of Fetcham West in 2024 was 18.41 (year) or 1.53 (month) ranking it 18 dangerous area in the Mole Valley.

In 2023, the total crimes in Fetcham West were around 117 crimes with yearly crime rate of 20.72 (year) or 1.73 (month) ranking 16 most dangerous area in the Mole Valley.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Fetcham West)CrimesRank (Fetcham West)CrimesRank (Fetcham West)
Leatherhead North122 11,152 11,108 1
Dorking South62 2732 2618 2
Dorking North35 4437 4432 3
Holmwoods35 3498 3423 4
Leatherhead South26 8329 5374 5
Bookham North34 5300 7255 8
Charlwood24 11311 6355 6
Ashtead Village32 6225 10247 9
Bookham South16 14260 8259 7
Fetcham East30 7231 9178 12
Ashtead Park25 9161 14175 13
Brockham, Betchworth and Buckland8 21152 15196 10
Mickleham, Westhumble and Pixham24 10127 17104 19
Capel, Leigh and Newdigate20 12204 11179 11
Box Hill and Headley17 13165 12115 18
Westcott12 16165 13116 17
Okewood10 1784 21130 14
Ashtead Common9 18103 19122 15
Beare Green13 15127 1687 20
Leith Hill9 1986 2059 21

Fetcham West Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (3 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (3 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other theft (1 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Burglary (3 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (1 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 2 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 1 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (5 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Other theft saw the largest number of reported crimes with 1 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 1 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (2 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

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

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (5 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (2 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 3 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

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

In May 2024, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (4 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 40 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.08 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20253
March 20251
February 20252
January 20255
December 20241
November 20241
October 20243
September 20244
August 20245
July 20243
June 20248
May 20241

A total of 13 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.30 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

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

A total of 3 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
December 20241
November 20241

A total of 20 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.82 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
March 20251
February 20251
December 20241
November 20242
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241
July 20243
June 20242
May 20244

A total of 2 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
August 20241

A total of 5 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
December 20241
November 20241
September 20241
May 20241

A total of 8 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
December 20241
August 20241
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 15 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
December 20241
August 20242
June 20248
May 20243

A total of 2 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
November 20241

A total of 1 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20241

High Crime Locations Fetcham West in May 2025

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

1. Mole Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. River Lane (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
3. Meadow Lane (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Cobham Road (Map)
Total1
Shoplifting1
5. Apple Tree Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
7. Bell Lane Close (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
8. Langaller Lane (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1

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