Crime Rate in Canalside: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Canalside

The total recorded crimes in Canalside, Woking, UK in May 2025 are around 60 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Canalside crime rate of 2.22 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 Canalside, encompassing approximately 27,015 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (17) incidents (-29.17% decrease)
  • Other theft: (9) incidents (-35.71% decrease)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (9) incidents (80.00% increase)
Canalside Crime Hotspots

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

  • Parking Area with total crimes: 7
  • Lambourne Crescent with total crimes: 5
  • Burleigh Gardens with total crimes: 4

How safe is Canalside?

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

  • Relative to Woking:

    • In 2024, Canalside reported a higher crime volume than the Woking average, with 952 crimes compared to 835. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Canalside witnessed more crimes than 7 out of 9 other areas in the Woking.

    • In 2023, Canalside experienced a greater number of crimes than the Woking average, with 834 crimes compared to 786. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Canalside witnessed more crimes than 5 out of 9 other areas in the Woking.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Woking, Canalside has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Canalside Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Canalside has recorded 60 crimes with crime rate of 2.22 ranking 5th out of 9 in the Woking, UK

In 2024, the total Canalside crimes were 952. The crime rate of Canalside in 2024 was 35.24 (year) or 2.94 (month) ranking it 3 dangerous area in the Woking.

In 2023, the total crimes in Canalside were around 834 crimes with yearly crime rate of 30.87 (year) or 2.57 (month) ranking 5 most dangerous area in the Woking.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Canalside)CrimesRank (Canalside)CrimesRank (Canalside)
St John's157 11,666 11,500 1
Knaphill110 21,063 21,060 2
Byfleet and West Byfleet72 4929 4853 3
Mount Hermon76 3864 5847 4
Hoe Valley54 8817 6813 6
Horsell56 6483 9457 9
Heathlands56 7672 7681 7
Goldsworth Park54 9530 8479 8
Pyrford15 10371 10333 10

Canalside Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (17 incidents), followed by Other theft also remained a significant concern (9 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (24 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other theft (14 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (28 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (13 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 18 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 (28 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (13 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 22 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 12 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (33 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (11 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (41 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (15 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (27 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (14 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (34 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (15 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 21 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (46 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (22 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (32 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (12 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 5 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
March 20251
November 20241
August 20242

A total of 32 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.67 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20253
March 20253
February 20254
January 20256
November 20243
October 20242
September 20241
August 20241
July 20242
June 20242
May 20242

A total of 99 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 7.62 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20259
April 202514
March 20257
February 20256
January 202513
December 20242
November 20246
October 20246
September 20245
August 20245
July 20247
June 202410
May 20249

A total of 371 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 28.54 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 46 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202517
April 202524
March 202528
February 202518
January 202528
December 202422
November 202433
October 202441
September 202427
August 202434
July 202421
June 202446
May 202432

A total of 64 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 5.33 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
April 20253
March 20254
February 20255
January 20258
December 20246
November 20248
October 20249
September 20244
August 20248
July 20241
May 20244

A total of 3 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
June 20242

A total of 153 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 11.77 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20256
April 202512
March 202513
February 20258
January 20255
December 202412
November 202411
October 202415
September 202414
August 202415
July 20248
June 202422
May 202412

A total of 23 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.92 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20253
March 20252
February 20251
January 20254
December 20242
November 20241
September 20243
August 20242
July 20241
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 91 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 7.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20259
April 20255
March 20258
February 20253
January 202510
December 20248
November 20248
October 20245
September 20247
August 20245
July 20246
June 202414
May 20243

A total of 90 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 6.92 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20257
April 20254
March 202511
February 20256
January 20254
December 20247
November 20247
October 20246
September 20245
August 20244
July 20246
June 202414
May 20249

A total of 14 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
February 20251
December 20243
November 20242
September 20242
August 20241
July 20242
May 20242

A total of 32 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.56 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
February 20253
December 20242
October 20242
September 20242
August 20244
July 20248
June 20242
May 20248

A total of 10 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

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

A total of 17 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.12 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20253
March 20252
February 20251
January 20253
October 20242
August 20241
July 20241
May 20244

High Crime Locations Canalside in May 2025

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

1. Parking Area (Map)
Total7
Other theft3
Burglary1
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Lambourne Crescent (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Public order2
3. Burleigh Gardens (Map)
Total4
Burglary2
Bicycle theft1
Other theft1
4. Kilrush Terrace (Map)
Total4
Criminal damage and arson2
Drugs1
Public order1
5. Lancaster Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Theft from the person1
6. Chertsey Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Public order1
7. Lion Court (Map)
Total3
Drugs1
Public order1
Shoplifting1
8. Frailey Hill (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Molloy Court (Map)
Total2
Other crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Alpha Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1

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