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 July 2025 are around 41 as per the recent police data. This equates to a South Twickenham crime rate of 0.97 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 Jul were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (11) incidents (10.00% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (8) incidents (-33.33% decrease)
  • Public order: (4) incidents (-20.00% decrease)
South Twickenham Crime Hotspots

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

  • River View Gardens with total crimes: 3
  • Strawberry Hill Close with total crimes: 3
  • Cusack Close with total crimes: 3

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 July 2025 the South Twickenham has recorded 41 crimes with crime rate of 0.97 ranking 17th out of 17 in the Richmond upon Thames, UK

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.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (South Twickenham)CrimesRank (South Twickenham)CrimesRank (South Twickenham)
South Richmond164 11,153 12,107 1
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
Hampton Wick & South Teddington39 18362 16550 18

South Twickenham Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

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.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (12 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 12 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 11 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (11 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (11 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (8 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (20 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (8 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (17 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (11 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 153 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 12.75 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20258
June 202512
May 202520
April 202514
March 202511
February 202512
January 202512
December 202411
November 202411
October 202411
September 202420
August 202411

A total of 116 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.67 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 17 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202511
June 202510
May 20258
April 20259
March 202511
February 20258
January 20257
December 202412
November 20247
October 20248
September 20248
August 202417

A total of 29 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.90 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
May 20253
April 20255
March 20255
February 20253
December 20243
November 20242
October 20242
September 20243

A total of 18 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
May 20253
April 20251
March 20252
February 20251
January 20253
November 20241
October 20244
September 20241

A total of 6 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
April 20251
March 20251
November 20242

A total of 9 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
March 20252
January 20251
December 20241
November 20242

A total of 46 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.18 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20255
May 20254
April 20257
March 20253
February 20256
December 20244
November 20243
October 20244
September 20245
August 20243

A total of 32 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.91 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20255
May 20252
March 20252
February 20251
January 20256
December 20243
November 20242
October 20242
September 20241
August 20244

A total of 43 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.58 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20255
May 20252
April 20253
March 20258
February 20254
January 20256
December 20242
November 20244
October 20244
September 20242
August 20242

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

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
May 20251
April 20253
January 20253
November 20244
September 20242

A total of 49 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.08 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20252
May 20256
April 20256
March 20255
February 20253
January 20253
December 20244
November 20244
October 20244
September 20243
August 20245

A total of 28 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.55 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
April 20253
March 20252
February 20255
January 20253
December 20241
November 20244
October 20244
September 20241
August 20243

A total of 7 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
March 20251
January 20251
November 20242
August 20242

A total of 3 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241
September 20241
August 20241

High Crime Locations South Twickenham in July 2025

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

1. River View Gardens (Map)
Total3
Shoplifting2
Anti-social behaviour1
2. Strawberry Hill Close (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour3
3. Cusack Close (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Mallard Place (Map)
Total2
Drugs1
Other crime1
5. Holmes Road (Map)
Total2
Robbery1
Vehicle crime1
6. Prado Path (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
7. Lansdowne Close (Map)
Total2
Public order2
8. Laurel Avenue (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Callington Mews (Map)
Total2
Bicycle theft2
10. Edwin Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1

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