Crime Rate in Leatherhead South: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Leatherhead South

The total recorded crimes in Leatherhead South, Mole Valley, UK in July 2025 are around 29 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Leatherhead South crime rate of 3.58 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 Leatherhead South, encompassing approximately 8,098 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (12) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Public order: (3) incidents (50.00% increase)
  • Burglary: (3) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Leatherhead South Crime Hotspots

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

  • Elm Road with total crimes: 9
  • Tanners Dean with total crimes: 2
  • Theatre/Concert Hall with total crimes: 2

How safe is Leatherhead South?

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

  • Relative to Mole Valley:

    • In 2024, Leatherhead South reported a higher crime volume than the Mole Valley average, with 329 crimes compared to 283. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Leatherhead South witnessed more crimes than 16 out of 20 other areas in the Mole Valley.

    • In 2023, Leatherhead South experienced a greater number of crimes than the Mole Valley average, with 374 crimes compared to 269. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Leatherhead South witnessed more crimes than 16 out of 20 other areas in the Mole Valley.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Leatherhead South Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Leatherhead South has recorded 29 crimes with crime rate of 3.58 ranking 7th out of 20 in the Mole Valley, UK

In 2024, the total Leatherhead South crimes were 329. The crime rate of Leatherhead South in 2024 was 40.63 (year) or 3.39 (month) ranking it 5 dangerous area in the Mole Valley.

In 2023, the total crimes in Leatherhead South were around 374 crimes with yearly crime rate of 46.18 (year) or 3.85 (month) ranking 5 most dangerous area in the Mole Valley.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Leatherhead South)CrimesRank (Leatherhead South)CrimesRank (Leatherhead 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
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
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

Leatherhead 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 12 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (12 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (14 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (15 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (6 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (12 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (8 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 9 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (10 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (5 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 (9 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (12 incidents), followed by Burglary also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (9 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 Violence and sexual offences (11 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (4 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 36 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20252
May 20251
April 20256
March 20252
February 20253
January 20255
December 20241
November 20245
October 20242
September 20242
August 20244

A total of 27 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.25 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

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

A total of 35 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.92 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20252
May 20256
April 20253
March 20256
February 20253
January 20251
December 20241
November 20243
October 20243
September 20243
August 20242

A total of 16 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.78 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 3 reported cases.

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

A total of 131 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.92 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202512
June 202512
May 202514
April 202515
March 202512
February 20259
January 202510
December 20246
November 20249
October 202412
September 20249
August 202411

A total of 10 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.43 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20252
March 20251
February 20251
December 20241
November 20241
August 20242

A total of 3 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251

A total of 24 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.18 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20251
April 20251
March 20258
February 20254
January 20252
December 20242
October 20242
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 23 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.09 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20253
May 20252
April 20251
March 20251
February 20253
January 20251
December 20242
November 20241
October 20245
August 20241

A total of 8 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
April 20253
March 20251
January 20251
September 20241

A total of 5 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
February 20251
January 20252
November 20241

A total of 5 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
January 20251

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

MonthCount
December 20241

A total of 2 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241
October 20241

High Crime Locations Leatherhead South in July 2025

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

1. Elm Road (Map)
Total9
Violence and sexual offences4
Anti-social behaviour1
Bicycle theft1
Burglary1
Criminal damage and arson1
Vehicle crime1
2. Tanners Dean (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
3. Theatre/Concert Hall (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
4. Mayfield (Map)
Total2
Drugs1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. The Drive (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. The Downs (Map)
Total1
Public order1
7. Cherkley Hill (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
8. Garden Close (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
9. Woodend (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1
10. The Thistles (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1

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