Crime Rate in Mortlake & Barnes Common: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Mortlake & Barnes Common

The total recorded crimes in Mortlake & Barnes Common, Richmond upon Thames, UK in July 2025 are around 118 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Mortlake & Barnes Common crime rate of 1.76 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 Mortlake & Barnes Common, encompassing approximately 67,067 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (33) incidents (106.25% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (21) incidents (5.00% increase)
  • Vehicle crime: (13) incidents (-43.48% decrease)
Mortlake & Barnes Common Crime Hotspots

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

  • Stanton Road with total crimes: 9
  • Bulls Alley with total crimes: 7
  • The Terrace with total crimes: 6

How safe is Mortlake & Barnes Common?

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

  • Relative to Richmond upon Thames:

    • In 2024, Mortlake & Barnes Common reported a higher crime volume than the Richmond upon Thames average, with 580 crimes compared to 480. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Mortlake & Barnes Common witnessed more crimes than 16 out of 17 other areas in the Richmond upon Thames.

    • In 2023, Mortlake & Barnes Common experienced a greater number of crimes than the Richmond upon Thames average, with 1,132 crimes compared to 875. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Mortlake & Barnes Common witnessed more crimes than 16 out of 17 other areas in the Richmond upon Thames.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Richmond upon Thames, Mortlake & Barnes Common has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Mortlake & Barnes Common Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Mortlake & Barnes Common has recorded 118 crimes with crime rate of 1.76 ranking 3th out of 17 in the Richmond upon Thames, UK

In 2024, the total Mortlake & Barnes Common crimes were 580. The crime rate of Mortlake & Barnes Common in 2024 was 8.65 (year) or 0.72 (month) ranking it 2 dangerous area in the Richmond upon Thames.

In 2023, the total crimes in Mortlake & Barnes Common were around 1,132 crimes with yearly crime rate of 16.88 (year) or 1.41 (month) ranking 2 most dangerous area in the Richmond upon Thames.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Mortlake & Barnes Common)CrimesRank (Mortlake & Barnes Common)CrimesRank (Mortlake & Barnes Common)
South Richmond164 11,153 12,107 1
Twickenham Riverside122 2568 3908 5
St Margarets & North Twickenham74 9511 5926 3
Barnes64 13433 11914 4
Heathfield92 4534 4813 8
Kew84 5472 7868 7
West Twickenham79 7498 6901 6
North Richmond80 6393 13791 11
Ham, Petersham & Richmond Riverside67 12458 8766 12
Teddington76 8436 10795 9
Hampton North70 10456 9747 14
Whitton48 16376 14794 10
East Sheen70 11415 12757 13
Fulwell & Hampton Hill62 14373 15732 15
Hampton52 15311 18611 17
South Twickenham41 17312 17636 16
Hampton Wick & South Teddington39 18362 16550 18

Mortlake & Barnes Common 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 33 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 21 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Vehicle crime (23 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (20 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (27 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (16 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (26 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (20 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Vehicle crime (24 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (20 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Vehicle crime saw the largest number of reported crimes with 18 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 17 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (21 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (21 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Vehicle crime saw the largest number of reported crimes with 20 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 15 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Vehicle crime (23 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (22 cases).

In October 2024, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (25 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (19 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (16 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (12 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (15 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (14 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 28 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.11 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 20251
May 20251
April 20253
February 20251
December 20241
November 20247
October 20245
August 20242

A total of 203 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 16.92 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 25 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202521
June 202520
May 202516
April 202520
March 202520
February 20258
January 202521
December 202412
November 202413
October 202425
September 202412
August 202415

A total of 35 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.18 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20252
May 20252
April 20253
March 20258
February 20253
January 20252
December 20241
November 20246
September 20244
August 20241

A total of 237 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 19.75 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 33 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202533
June 202516
May 202527
April 202526
March 202520
February 202517
January 202512
December 202415
November 202422
October 202419
September 202416
August 202414

A total of 69 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.75 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202511
June 20254
May 20254
April 20253
March 20253
February 202514
January 20255
December 20245
November 20245
October 20244
September 20243
August 20248

A total of 18 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.57 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20253
February 20251
January 20251
November 20241
September 20244
August 20245

A total of 67 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.09 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20259
June 20255
April 20254
March 20254
February 20258
January 20257
December 20249
November 202411
October 20245
September 20242
August 20243

A total of 40 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.33 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20253
May 20257
April 20252
March 20252
February 20255
January 20253
December 20244
November 20242
October 20241
September 20243
August 20243

A total of 20 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.82 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 3 reported cases.

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

A total of 189 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 15.75 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202513
June 202523
May 202511
April 202512
March 202524
February 202518
January 202521
December 202420
November 202423
October 20249
September 202410
August 20245

A total of 85 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.08 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20258
June 20254
May 202515
April 20258
March 20259
February 20254
January 20252
December 202412
November 20246
October 20247
September 20247
August 20243

A total of 50 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.17 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20252
May 202511
April 20256
March 20254
February 20253
January 20252
December 20246
November 20245
October 20245
September 20241
August 20243

A total of 13 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.62 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20253
March 20251
February 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
September 20244

A total of 2 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
October 20241

High Crime Locations Mortlake & Barnes Common in July 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Mortlake & Barnes Common postcode area is presented below.

1. Stanton Road (Map)
Total9
Violence and sexual offences6
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
Drugs1
2. Bulls Alley (Map)
Total7
Vehicle crime2
Violence and sexual offences2
Bicycle theft1
Other theft1
Shoplifting1
3. The Terrace (Map)
Total6
Anti-social behaviour1
Bicycle theft1
Other theft1
Public order1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Watney Road (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour2
Other crime1
5. Clifford Avenue (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour3
Burglary1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Hanson Close (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences4
Other theft1
7. Gipsy Lane (Map)
Total4
Shoplifting2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Queen'S Ride (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Public order1
Theft from the person1
9. Putney Park Avenue (Map)
Total3
Burglary3
10. Cowley Road (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1

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