Crime Rate in Kew: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Kew

The total recorded crimes in Kew, Richmond upon Thames, UK in February 2026 are around 69 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Kew crime rate of 0.92 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 Kew, encompassing approximately 75,085 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Feb were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (14) incidents (-17.65% decrease)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (13) incidents (-51.85% decrease)
  • Vehicle crime: (12) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Kew Crime Hotspots

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

  • West Hall Road with total crimes: 6
  • Station Parade with total crimes: 3
  • Brick Farm Close with total crimes: 3

How safe is Kew?

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

  • Relative to Richmond upon Thames:

    • In 2024, Kew demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Richmond upon Thames average, with 472 crimes compared to 480.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Kew witnessed more crimes than 11 out of 17 other areas in the Richmond upon Thames.

    • In 2023, Kew had fewer crimes than the Richmond upon Thames average, with 868 crimes compared to 875. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Furthermore, Kew witnessed more crimes than 11 out of 17 other areas in the Richmond upon Thames.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Kew Crime Statstics

In 2024, the total Kew crimes were 472. The crime rate of Kew in 2024 was 15.37 (year) or 1.28 (month) ranking it 7 dangerous area in the Richmond upon Thames.

In 2023, the total crimes in Kew were around 868 crimes with yearly crime rate of 15.46 (year) or 1.29 (month) ranking 7 most dangerous area in the Richmond upon Thames.

AreaFebruary 202620242023
CrimesRank (Kew)CrimesRank (Kew)CrimesRank (Kew)
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
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
South TwickenhamNA NA312 17636 16
Hampton Wick & South TeddingtonNA NA362 16550 18
HamptonNA NA311 18611 17

Kew Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

February 2026 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 14 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 13 incidents.

During January 2026, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (27 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (17 cases).

December 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 16 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 15 incidents.

During November 2025, The highest incident rate was for Vehicle crime (17 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (15 cases).

In October 2025, Vehicle crime dominated crime reports (18 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (12 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (15 incidents) were the most common in September 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (13 incidents) also being high.

For August 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (17 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (16 incidents).

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 19 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 14 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (16 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (14 cases).

In May 2025, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (16 incidents), followed by Burglary also remained a significant concern (14 incidents).

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

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (20 incidents) and then Vehicle crime showed a substantial number of incidents (12 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Vehicle crime saw the largest number of reported crimes with 15 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 15 incidents.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 22 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20261
January 20262
December 20251
November 20251
October 20252
September 20252
July 20254
June 20252
April 20254
March 20251
February 20252

A total of 157 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 12.08 incidents per month. October 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 202612
January 202612
December 202515
November 202517
October 202518
September 202511
August 20254
July 202511
June 202514
May 20256
April 202510
March 202512
February 202515

A total of 180 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 13.85 incidents per month. January 2026 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 17 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 202614
January 202617
December 202516
November 202515
October 202510
September 202515
August 202516
July 202512
June 202516
May 202516
April 202514
March 202510
February 20259

A total of 48 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.36 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20268
January 20263
December 20255
November 20252
September 20253
August 20255
July 20254
June 202512
April 20251
March 20254
February 20251

A total of 191 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 14.69 incidents per month. January 2026 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 27 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 202613
January 202627
December 20259
November 202510
October 202512
September 202513
August 202517
July 202519
June 202511
May 202511
April 202514
March 202520
February 202515

A total of 84 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 6.46 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20267
January 202613
December 20254
November 20252
October 20254
September 20258
August 20253
July 20256
June 202510
May 202514
April 20253
March 20259
February 20251

A total of 38 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.17 incidents per month. February 2026 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20266
January 20263
December 20252
November 20253
October 20252
September 20251
August 20254
July 20252
June 20255
May 20255
April 20252
March 20253

A total of 19 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.73 incidents per month. August 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20261
January 20261
December 20251
October 20252
September 20251
August 20254
June 20253
May 20251
April 20252
March 20251
February 20252

A total of 65 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 5.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20261
January 20262
December 20255
November 20255
October 20256
September 20253
August 202510
July 202514
June 20251
May 20254
April 20254
March 20256
February 20254

A total of 79 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 6.58 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20265
January 20267
December 20253
November 20256
October 20257
September 20257
August 20255
July 20259
June 20257
May 20258
April 20259
March 20256

A total of 13 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.44 incidents per month. January 2026 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20261
January 20262
October 20251
September 20251
July 20252
June 20252
May 20252
March 20251
February 20251

A total of 25 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. January 2026 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

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

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

MonthCount
January 20261
December 20253
November 20253
September 20251
July 20251
April 20252

High Crime Locations Kew in February 2026

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

1. West Hall Road (Map)
Total6
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Station Parade (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Brick Farm Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Other theft1
4. Shopping Area (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Hester Terrace (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Public order1
6. Chaucer Avenue (Map)
Total3
Robbery1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Kent Road (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Vehicle crime1
8. Broomfield Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
9. Woodman Mews (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
10. Courtlands Avenue (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson2

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