Crime Rate in Carshalton Central: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Carshalton Central

The total recorded crimes in Carshalton Central, Sutton, UK in July 2025 are around 83 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Carshalton Central crime rate of 2.28 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 Carshalton Central, encompassing approximately 36,349 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (26) incidents (-7.14% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (19) incidents (72.73% increase)
  • Shoplifting: (11) incidents (-60.71% decrease)
Carshalton Central Crime Hotspots

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

  • Supermarket with total crimes: 10
  • Papermill Close with total crimes: 7
  • High Street with total crimes: 6

How safe is Carshalton Central?

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

  • Relative to Sutton:

    • In 2024, Carshalton Central demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Sutton average, with 385 crimes compared to 449.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Carshalton Central witnessed more crimes than 10 out of 19 other areas in the Sutton.

    • In 2023, Carshalton Central experienced a greater number of crimes than the Sutton average, with 797 crimes compared to 791. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Carshalton Central witnessed more crimes than 11 out of 19 other areas in the Sutton.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Sutton, Carshalton Central has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Carshalton Central Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Carshalton Central has recorded 83 crimes with crime rate of 2.28 ranking 9th out of 19 in the Sutton, UK

In 2024, the total Carshalton Central crimes were 385. The crime rate of Carshalton Central in 2024 was 10.59 (year) or 0.88 (month) ranking it 10 dangerous area in the Sutton.

In 2023, the total crimes in Carshalton Central were around 797 crimes with yearly crime rate of 21.93 (year) or 1.83 (month) ranking 9 most dangerous area in the Sutton.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Carshalton Central)CrimesRank (Carshalton Central)CrimesRank (Carshalton Central)
Sutton Central165 11,068 11,670 1
St Helier West130 2710 21,187 2
Sutton West & East Cheam114 4704 41,164 3
South Beddington & Roundshaw117 3705 31,076 4
The Wrythe88 6522 61,012 5
Wallington South84 8584 5978 6
Beddington95 5460 8887 8
Wallington North87 7502 7974 7
Sutton North74 11402 9751 10
Sutton South81 10356 12650 12
Cheam57 13361 11690 11
St Helier East58 12295 17462 18
Hackbridge49 16300 16579 13
Stonecot54 14352 13564 14
Carshalton South & Clockhouse47 18312 14459 19
Belmont47 19304 15548 15
North Cheam51 15253 18526 16
Worcester Park North49 17225 19492 17
Worcester Park South40 20188 20362 20

Carshalton Central Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 26 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 19 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (28 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (28 cases).

In May 2025, Shoplifting dominated crime reports (27 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (14 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (17 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (7 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (22 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (12 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 16 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 11 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (20 reports) and Anti-social behaviour 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 (11 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (11 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (18 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (9 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (26 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (12 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (22 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (16 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 124 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.33 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 19 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202519
June 202511
May 20258
April 20256
March 202512
February 202511
January 20258
December 20248
November 20247
October 20249
September 20249
August 202416

A total of 233 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 19.42 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 28 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202526
June 202528
May 202514
April 202517
March 202522
February 202516
January 202520
December 202413
November 202411
October 202418
September 202426
August 202422

A total of 72 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 20256
May 20254
April 20257
March 20254
February 20253
January 20255
December 20246
November 202411
October 20247
September 202412
August 20241

A total of 36 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 6 reported cases.

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

A total of 82 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.11 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 28 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202511
June 202528
May 202527
April 20254
March 20251
February 20253
January 20251
September 20244
August 20243

A total of 61 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.55 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 20254
May 20257
April 20254
March 202510
February 20257
January 20251
December 20245
November 20243
October 20246
September 20247

A total of 39 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.55 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20257
April 20252
March 20252
February 20251
January 20255
December 20243
November 20242
October 20247
September 20243
August 20243

A total of 7 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.17 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20251
March 20251
January 20252
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 8 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20251
February 20251
November 20242
September 20241
August 20242

A total of 34 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.09 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

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

A total of 8 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20251
April 20251
March 20252
October 20241
September 20242

A total of 28 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.55 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20253
May 20251
April 20254
March 20251
February 20253
January 20253
December 20245
November 20244
October 20241
September 20241
August 20242

A total of 6 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
February 20252
December 20241
November 20241
August 20241

A total of 4 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
April 20251
February 20251
September 20241

High Crime Locations Carshalton Central in July 2025

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

1. Supermarket (Map)
Total10
Shoplifting10
2. Papermill Close (Map)
Total7
Anti-social behaviour3
Public order2
Violence and sexual offences2
3. High Street (Map)
Total6
Anti-social behaviour3
Violence and sexual offences2
Shoplifting1
4. Cowper Avenue (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour4
5. Walnut Close (Map)
Total4
Other theft2
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
6. Parking Area (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
7. Rochester Road (Map)
Total3
Bicycle theft1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Rosefield Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
9. Carshalton Park Road (Map)
Total3
Burglary2
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Grove Mill Place (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2

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