Crime Rate in South Richmond: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in South Richmond

The total recorded crimes in South Richmond, Richmond upon Thames, UK in July 2025 are around 164 as per the recent police data. This equates to a South Richmond crime rate of 3.20 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 South Richmond, encompassing approximately 51,183 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (34) incidents (6.25% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (30) incidents (15.38% increase)
  • Shoplifting: (20) incidents (-37.50% decrease)
South Richmond Crime Hotspots

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

  • George Street with total crimes: 17
  • Shopping Area with total crimes: 11
  • Prince'S Street with total crimes: 10

How safe is South Richmond?

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

  • Relative to Richmond upon Thames:

    • In 2024, South Richmond reported a higher crime volume than the Richmond upon Thames average, with 1,153 crimes compared to 480. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, South Richmond witnessed more crimes than 17 out of 17 other areas in the Richmond upon Thames.

    • In 2023, South Richmond experienced a greater number of crimes than the Richmond upon Thames average, with 2,107 crimes compared to 875. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, South Richmond witnessed more crimes than 17 out of 17 other areas in the Richmond upon Thames.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

South Richmond Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the South Richmond has recorded 164 crimes with crime rate of 3.20 ranking 1th out of 17 in the Richmond upon Thames, UK

In 2024, the total South Richmond crimes were 1,153. The crime rate of South Richmond in 2024 was 22.53 (year) or 1.88 (month) ranking it 1 dangerous area in the Richmond upon Thames.

In 2023, the total crimes in South Richmond were around 2,107 crimes with yearly crime rate of 41.17 (year) or 3.43 (month) ranking 1 most dangerous area in the Richmond upon Thames.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (South Richmond)CrimesRank (South Richmond)CrimesRank (South Richmond)
Mortlake & Barnes Common118 3580 21,132 2
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

South Richmond Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 34 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 30 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (32 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (32 cases).

In May 2025, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (34 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (34 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (36 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (30 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (29 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (22 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Shoplifting saw the largest number of reported crimes with 31 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 26 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (27 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (22 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 28 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 28 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Shoplifting (46 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (36 cases).

In October 2024, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (39 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (35 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (37 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (30 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (44 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (14 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 384 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 32.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 44 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202534
June 202532
May 202534
April 202536
March 202529
February 202526
January 202527
December 202424
November 202422
October 202439
September 202437
August 202444

A total of 34 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.40 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20251
May 20252
April 20251
February 20253
January 20255
November 20242
October 20247
September 20247
August 20243

A total of 167 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 13.92 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 27 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202514
June 202514
May 202512
April 20259
March 202516
February 202511
January 202512
December 202413
November 202421
October 202427
September 202413
August 20245

A total of 307 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 25.58 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 36 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202530
June 202526
May 202523
April 202530
March 202514
February 202521
January 202522
December 202428
November 202436
October 202435
September 202428
August 202414

A total of 106 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.83 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20259
May 202511
April 20258
March 202510
February 20255
January 202512
December 202412
November 202410
October 202411
September 20245
August 20248

A total of 97 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.08 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202513
June 202510
May 202514
April 20255
March 20257
February 20254
January 20257
December 20247
November 202410
October 20249
September 20247
August 20244

A total of 107 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.92 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20258
June 20257
May 20257
April 20258
March 202514
February 202511
January 20257
December 20247
November 20249
October 202410
September 202413
August 20246

A total of 80 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.27 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202511
June 20258
April 20256
March 20255
February 20253
January 20255
December 20246
November 202413
October 202410
September 20244
August 20249

A total of 331 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 27.58 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 46 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202520
June 202532
May 202534
April 202528
March 202522
February 202531
January 202521
December 202428
November 202446
October 202432
September 202430
August 20247

A total of 56 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.67 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202511
June 20258
May 20253
April 20252
March 20252
February 20253
January 20253
December 20243
November 20247
October 202410
September 20242
August 20242

A total of 51 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.25 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20254
May 20254
April 202510
March 20255
February 20258
January 20254
December 20243
November 20243
October 20242
September 20244
August 20242

A total of 16 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.29 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
April 20252
March 20253
February 20251
December 20243
October 20244
September 20241

A total of 80 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.67 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202511
June 20254
May 20252
April 20259
March 20256
February 20257
January 20253
December 202410
November 202410
October 20243
September 20247
August 20248

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

MonthCount
June 20251
April 20252
March 20251

High Crime Locations South Richmond in July 2025

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

1. George Street (Map)
Total17
Shoplifting6
Public order3
Violence and sexual offences3
Robbery2
Theft from the person2
Anti-social behaviour1
2. Shopping Area (Map)
Total11
Theft from the person4
Other theft2
Public order2
Criminal damage and arson1
Robbery1
Shoplifting1
3. Prince'S Street (Map)
Total10
Anti-social behaviour3
Other theft2
Public order2
Shoplifting2
Criminal damage and arson1
4. Shopping Area (Map)
Total9
Shoplifting4
Burglary1
Other crime1
Public order1
Robbery1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Parking Area (Map)
Total8
Violence and sexual offences4
Theft from the person3
Other theft1
6. Winter Box Walk (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour3
Drugs2
7. Church Road (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson2
8. Hill Street (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour2
Other theft1
Robbery1
Shoplifting1
9. The Quadrant (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences2
Other crime1
Other theft1
Theft from the person1
10. Drummonds Place (Map)
Total4
Shoplifting2
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1

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