Crime Rate in Canalside: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Canalside

The total recorded crimes in Canalside, Woking, UK in March 2025 are around 79 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Canalside crime rate of 2.92 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 Canalside, encompassing approximately 27,015 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (28) incidents (55.56% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (13) incidents (62.50% increase)
  • Public order: (11) incidents (83.33% increase)
Canalside Crime Hotspots

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

  • Kilrush Terrace with total crimes: 5
  • Albert Drive with total crimes: 5
  • Board School Road 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 cities.

    • 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 cities.

  • 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 March 2025 the Canalside has recorded 79 crimes with crime rate of 2.92 ranking 3th 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.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Woking)CrimesRank (Woking)CrimesRank (Woking)
St John's104 11,666 11,500 1
Knaphill91 21,063 21,060 2
Byfleet and West Byfleet61 5929 4853 3
Mount Hermon56 7864 5847 4
Heathlands65 4672 7681 7
Hoe Valley56 6817 6813 6
Goldsworth Park42 8530 8479 8
Horsell41 9483 9457 9
Pyrford20 10371 10333 10

Canalside Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

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).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (38 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (14 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 149 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 12.42 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 22 reported cases.

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

A total of 368 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 30.67 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 46 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202528
February 202518
January 202528
December 202422
November 202433
October 202441
September 202427
August 202434
July 202421
June 202446
May 202432
April 202438

A total of 59 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.36 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20255
January 20258
December 20246
November 20248
October 20249
September 20244
August 20248
July 20241
May 20244
April 20242

A total of 19 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.90 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

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

A total of 80 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.67 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20256
January 202513
December 20242
November 20246
October 20246
September 20245
August 20245
July 20247
June 202410
May 20249
April 20244

A total of 88 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 14 reported cases.

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

A total of 15 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.88 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 4 reported cases.

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

A total of 80 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.67 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 14 reported cases.

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

A total of 5 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
November 20241
August 20242
April 20241

A total of 27 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.45 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 6 reported cases.

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

A total of 35 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.89 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 8 reported cases.

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

A total of 15 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.88 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 3 reported cases.

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

A total of 10 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

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

A total of 2 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20242

High Crime Locations Canalside in March 2025

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

1. Kilrush Terrace (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
2. Albert Drive (Map)
Total5
Public order2
Bicycle theft1
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Board School Road (Map)
Total4
Other crime2
Anti-social behaviour1
Drugs1
4. Pollard Road (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
Possession of weapons1
5. Orchard Close (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Public order2
6. Martyrs Lane (Map)
Total4
Criminal damage and arson3
Burglary1
7. Grove Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
8. Marlborough Road (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Omega Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
10. Alpha Road (Map)
Total3
Other theft1
Possession of weapons1
Violence and sexual offences1

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