Crime Rate in South Twickenham: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in South Twickenham

The total recorded crimes in South Twickenham, Richmond upon Thames, UK in February 2026 are around 30 as per the recent police data. This equates to a South Twickenham crime rate of 0.71 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 Twickenham, encompassing approximately 42,281 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Feb were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (10) incidents (-33.33% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (7) incidents (-22.22% decrease)
  • Burglary: (4) incidents (0.00% decrease)
South Twickenham Crime Hotspots

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

  • Cross Deep Gardens with total crimes: 2
  • Heath Road with total crimes: 2
  • Poulett Gardens with total crimes: 2

How safe is South Twickenham?

To understand the safety of South Twickenham, we need to analyze South Twickenham 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 Twickenham demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Richmond upon Thames average, with 312 crimes compared to 480.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, South Twickenham recorded fewer crimes than 16 out of 17 other areas in the Richmond upon Thames.

    • In 2023, South Twickenham had fewer crimes than the Richmond upon Thames average, with 636 crimes compared to 875. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, South Twickenham recorded fewer crimes than 15 out of 17 other areas in the Richmond upon Thames.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Richmond upon Thames, South Twickenham has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

South Twickenham Crime Statstics

In 2024, the total South Twickenham crimes were 312. The crime rate of South Twickenham in 2024 was 7.38 (year) or 0.61 (month) ranking it 17 dangerous area in the Richmond upon Thames.

In 2023, the total crimes in South Twickenham were around 636 crimes with yearly crime rate of 15.04 (year) or 1.25 (month) ranking 16 most dangerous area in the Richmond upon Thames.

AreaFebruary 202620242023
CrimesRank (South Twickenham)CrimesRank (South Twickenham)CrimesRank (South Twickenham)
South RichmondNA NA1,153 12,107 1
Mortlake & Barnes CommonNA NA580 21,132 2
St Margarets & North TwickenhamNA NA511 5926 3
Twickenham RiversideNA NA568 3908 5
BarnesNA NA433 11914 4
HeathfieldNA NA534 4813 8
West TwickenhamNA NA498 6901 6
KewNA NA472 7868 7
Ham, Petersham & Richmond RiversideNA NA458 8766 12
TeddingtonNA NA436 10795 9
Hampton NorthNA NA456 9747 14
WhittonNA NA376 14794 10
North RichmondNA NA393 13791 11
East SheenNA NA415 12757 13
Fulwell & Hampton HillNA NA373 15732 15
Hampton Wick & South TeddingtonNA NA362 16550 18
HamptonNA NA311 18611 17

South Twickenham Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

February 2026 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 7 incidents.

During January 2026, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (15 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (9 cases).

December 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 9 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During November 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (17 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

In October 2025, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (13 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (11 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Other theft were the most frequent (8 incidents) were the most common in September 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (8 incidents) also being high.

For August 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (13 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (9 incidents).

July 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 11 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (12 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (20 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (8 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (14 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (9 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (11 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (11 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 12 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 150 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 11.54 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 202610
January 202615
December 20259
November 20257
October 202511
September 20258
August 202513
July 20258
June 202512
May 202520
April 202514
March 202511
February 202512

A total of 124 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 9.54 incidents per month. November 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 17 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20267
January 20269
December 20254
November 202517
October 202513
September 20258
August 20259
July 202511
June 202510
May 20258
April 20259
March 202511
February 20258

A total of 9 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.29 incidents per month. February 2026 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20262
December 20251
September 20251
August 20251
July 20252
April 20251
March 20251

A total of 53 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.08 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20262
January 20265
December 20254
November 20256
October 20251
September 20255
August 20253
July 20252
June 20255
May 20254
April 20257
March 20253
February 20256

A total of 48 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.69 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20264
January 20264
December 20253
November 20254
October 20254
September 20252
August 20254
July 20251
June 20255
May 20252
April 20253
March 20258
February 20254

A total of 52 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.00 incidents per month. September 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20261
January 20263
December 20257
November 20252
October 20252
September 20258
August 20253
July 20254
June 20252
May 20256
April 20256
March 20255
February 20253

A total of 11 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.83 incidents per month. October 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20262
October 20253
August 20251
July 20252
June 20251
March 20252

A total of 33 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. August 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20261
January 20264
December 20254
October 20251
September 20252
August 20259
July 20251
June 20251
April 20253
March 20252
February 20255

A total of 25 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.08 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20261
January 20261
December 20251
November 20253
October 20252
September 20252
August 20251
July 20254
June 20255
May 20252
March 20252
February 20251

A total of 14 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20262
December 20251
September 20252
August 20252
July 20252
June 20251
May 20251
April 20253

A total of 19 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.11 incidents per month. January 2026 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20266
November 20252
September 20251
August 20251
July 20252
May 20253
April 20251
March 20252
February 20251

A total of 5 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. January 2026 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20261
October 20251
September 20251
May 20251
March 20251

A total of 26 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.60 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20253
October 20251
September 20251
August 20252
July 20252
June 20251
May 20253
April 20255
March 20255
February 20253

High Crime Locations South Twickenham in February 2026

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

1. Cross Deep Gardens (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Heath Road (Map)
Total2
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Poulett Gardens (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Knowle Road (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Stanley Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
6. South Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Vehicle crime1
7. Michelham Gardens (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Radnor Gardens (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
9. Saville Road (Map)
Total1
Other crime1
10. Prado Path (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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