Crime Rate in Whitton: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Whitton

The total recorded crimes in Whitton, Richmond upon Thames, UK in March 2025 are around 64 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Whitton crime rate of 1.29 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 Whitton, encompassing approximately 49,749 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (26) incidents (333.33% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (12) incidents (50.00% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (8) incidents (300.00% increase)
Whitton Crime Hotspots

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

  • High Street with total crimes: 8
  • Britannia Lane with total crimes: 5
  • Supermarket with total crimes: 4

How safe is Whitton?

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

  • Relative to Richmond upon Thames:

    • In 2024, Whitton demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Richmond upon Thames average, with 376 crimes compared to 480.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Whitton recorded fewer crimes than 13 out of 17 other cities.

    • In 2023, Whitton had fewer crimes than the Richmond upon Thames average, with 794 crimes compared to 875. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Whitton recorded fewer crimes than 9 out of 17 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Whitton Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Whitton has recorded 64 crimes with crime rate of 1.13 ranking 10th out of 17 in the Richmond upon Thames, UK

In 2024, the total Whitton crimes were 376. The crime rate of Whitton in 2024 was 13.65 (year) or 1.14 (month) ranking it 14 dangerous area in the Richmond upon Thames.

In 2023, the total crimes in Whitton were around 794 crimes with yearly crime rate of 15.96 (year) or 1.33 (month) ranking 10 most dangerous area in the Richmond upon Thames.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Richmond upon Thames)CrimesRank (Richmond upon Thames)CrimesRank (Richmond upon Thames)
South Richmond134 11,153 12,107 1
Mortlake & Barnes Common97 2580 21,132 2
St Margarets & North Twickenham55 14511 5926 3
Twickenham Riverside95 3568 3908 5
Barnes55 15433 11914 4
Heathfield84 5534 4813 8
West Twickenham87 4498 6901 6
Kew76 6472 7868 7
North Richmond70 7393 13791 11
Ham, Petersham & Richmond Riverside62 11458 8766 12
East Sheen68 8415 12757 13
Teddington61 12436 10795 9
Hampton North58 13456 9747 14
Fulwell & Hampton Hill66 9373 15732 15
South Twickenham53 17312 17636 16
Hampton Wick & South Teddington52 18362 16550 18
Hampton54 16311 18611 17

Whitton Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (26 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (12 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 8 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (12 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 13 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (15 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (13 cases).

In October 2024, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (17 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (10 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (15 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (8 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (23 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (14 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (9 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (8 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 128 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 14.22 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202526
February 20256
January 202512
December 202413
November 202415
October 20249
September 202415
August 202423
April 20249

A total of 8 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
December 20241
November 20242
October 20241
September 20242
April 20241

A total of 31 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 4.43 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 20252
December 20242
November 20245
October 20245
September 20242
August 20247

A total of 84 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 9.33 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 17 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202512
February 20258
January 20256
December 20248
November 20248
October 202417
September 20247
August 202414
April 20244

A total of 58 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 6.44 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20256
January 20258
December 20241
November 202413
October 20249
September 20246
August 20243
April 20248

A total of 38 Other theft incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 4.22 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20256
January 20257
December 20242
November 20243
October 20245
September 20245
August 20243
April 20243

A total of 22 Public order incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 3.14 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
January 20254
December 20242
November 20245
October 20241
September 20246
April 20242

A total of 55 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 6.11 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20251
January 20255
December 20246
November 202412
October 202410
September 20248
August 20242
April 20246

A total of 26 Burglary incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 2.89 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20252
January 20251
December 20244
November 20244
October 20243
September 20244
August 20243
April 20243

A total of 10 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.43 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20243
September 20241
August 20242

A total of 8 Other crime incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
December 20241
November 20241
September 20241
August 20243
April 20241

A total of 9 Drugs incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 2.25 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
December 20242
November 20244
September 20242

A total of 7 Robbery incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20252
November 20242
October 20241
September 20242

A total of 2 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20241
April 20241

High Crime Locations Whitton in March 2025

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

1. High Street (Map)
Total8
Anti-social behaviour3
Shoplifting3
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Britannia Lane (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences2
Other theft1
3. Supermarket (Map)
Total4
Other theft1
Public order1
Shoplifting1
Vehicle crime1
4. Oaklands Drive (Map)
Total4
Burglary1
Criminal damage and arson1
Shoplifting1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Parking Area (Map)
Total4
Criminal damage and arson3
Anti-social behaviour1
6. Collingwood Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
7. Alton Gardens (Map)
Total2
Bicycle theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Seaton Road (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson2
9. Prospect Crescent (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Vehicle crime1
10. The Ridge (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2

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