Crime in Burpham: statistics, rates and trends
293 crimes were recorded in Burpham in the 12 months to July 2026, 38.1 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 18% on the year before.
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293 crimes were recorded in Burpham in the 12 months to July 2026, 38.1 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 18% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 98 reports (33% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Burpham has the 3,507th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Burpham | Guildford | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 293 | 12,341 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 38.1 | 81.5 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -18% | -3% | -1% |
| Population | 7,683 | 151,359 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Burpham was highest in the year to July 2019 (496 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2026 (293). Over the whole period it fell 35%, against a fall of 4% across England and Wales. Rates use today's population for every year, so they show the direction of change rather than exact historic rates.
| Period | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year to July 2026 | 293 | 38.1 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 356 | 46.3 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 379 | 49.3 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 347 | 45.2 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 306 | 39.8 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 402 | 52.3 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 407 | 53.0 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 496 | 64.6 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 451 | 58.7 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 25 |
| June 2026 | 30 |
| May 2026 | 31 |
| April 2026 | 19 |
| March 2026 | 29 |
| February 2026 | 17 |
| January 2026 | 31 |
| December 2025 | 17 |
| November 2025 | 28 |
| October 2025 | 25 |
| September 2025 | 25 |
| August 2025 | 16 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Burpham over the 12 months to July 2026. The index compares the local rate with England and Wales: 1.00 is the national rate, 2.00 is double it. The largest increases were in anti-social behaviour (+22%). The largest falls were in shoplifting (-44%) and other theft (-30%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 98 | 12.8 | 0.37 | -25% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 60 | 7.8 | 0.51 | +22% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 21 | 2.7 | 0.40 | -19% |
| Other theft | 21 | 2.7 | 0.43 | -30% |
| Public order | 19 | 2.5 | 0.37 | -30% |
| Shoplifting | 19 | 2.5 | 0.30 | -44% |
| Drugs | 15 | 2.0 | 0.60 | +114% |
| Burglary | 14 | 1.8 | 0.52 | -12% |
| Vehicle crime | 13 | 1.7 | 0.34 | -19% |
| Other crime | 6 | 0.8 | 0.37 | +20% |
| Possession of weapons | 3 | 0.4 | 0.40 | -25% |
| Robbery | 3 | 0.4 | 0.29 | -25% |
| Bicycle theft | 1 | 0.1 | 0.16 | -83% |
Violence and sexual offences in Burpham
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Burpham recorded 98 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (12.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and down 25% on the year before. It made up 33.4% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Burpham
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Burpham recorded 60 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 22% on the year before. It made up 20.5% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Burpham
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Burpham recorded 21 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 19% on the year before. It made up 7.2% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Burpham
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Burpham recorded 21 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 30% on the year before. It made up 7.2% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Burpham
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Burpham recorded 19 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 30% on the year before. It made up 6.5% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Burpham
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Burpham recorded 19 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 44% on the year before. It made up 6.5% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Burpham
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Burpham recorded 15 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 114% on the year before. It made up 5.1% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Burpham
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Burpham recorded 14 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 12% on the year before. It made up 4.8% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Burpham
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Burpham recorded 13 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 19% on the year before. It made up 4.4% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Burpham
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Burpham recorded 6 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 20% on the year before. It made up 2.0% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Burpham
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Burpham recorded 3 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and down 25% on the year before. It made up 1.0% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Burpham
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Burpham recorded 3 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and down 25% on the year before. It made up 1.0% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Burpham
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Burpham recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and down 83% on the year before. It made up 0.3% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Burpham, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Burpham.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Burpham |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merrow | 349 | 43.7 | +15% |
| Bellfields & Slyfield | 677 | 102.8 | +170% |
| Castle | 1,475 | 133.0 | +249% |
| Stoke | 1,568 | 228.4 | +499% |
| Stoughton North | 347 | 51.4 | +35% |
| Stoughton South | 499 | 82.2 | +116% |
| Onslow | 1,934 | 199.5 | +423% |
| Worplesdon | 444 | 49.0 | +28% |
Police.uk records each crime at an approximate location, usually the centre of a nearby street or a landmark, to protect victims' privacy. These are the locations with the most reports in Burpham over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Supermarket | 31 |
| On or near Petrol Station | 19 |
| On or near Woodruff Avenue | 19 |
| On or near Bartoon Place | 16 |
| On or near Sutton Hill | 14 |
| On or near Boxgrove Avenue | 13 |
| On or near Briar Way | 8 |
| On or near Coltsfoot Drive | 8 |
| On or near Lawrence Close | 8 |
| On or near The Cedars | 7 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Burpham over the 12 months to July 2026. Many cases are still open when the data is published, and anti-social behaviour has no outcome recorded, so these shares change as investigations finish.
| Outcome | Crimes | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 83 | 28.3% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 79 | 27.0% |
| Not recorded | 60 | 20.5% |
| Under investigation | 31 | 10.6% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 10 | 3.4% |
| Status update unavailable | 9 | 3.1% |
| Local resolution | 7 | 2.4% |
| Court result unavailable | 4 | 1.4% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 3 | 1.0% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 3 | 1.0% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 2 | 0.7% |
| Offender given a caution | 1 | 0.3% |
Burpham has an estimated population of 7,683. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Burpham sits in decile 9.8, less deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Burpham |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 19.8% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 63.1% |
| Aged 65 and over | 17.1% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 76.6% |
| Social rented homes | 2.9% |
| Private rented homes | 20.5% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 9.8 |
Is Burpham a safe place to live?
Burpham recorded 38.1 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4. Crime is concentrated in a small number of places within most areas, often busy centres and transport hubs, so the rate for a single street can differ a lot from the area as a whole.
What is the most common crime in Burpham?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 98 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (60).
Is crime in Burpham going up or down?
Recorded crime in Burpham was down 18% on the year before: 293 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 356 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Burpham?
Burpham is policed by Surrey. Non-emergency crimes can be reported online to the force or by calling 101; in an emergency call 999.
How are these crime rates calculated?
Each rate is the number of crimes recorded by the police in the 12 months to July 2026, divided by the resident population and multiplied by 1,000. Crime data is from data.police.uk and population estimates are from the Office for National Statistics.
Figures are police-recorded crime published on data.police.uk, covering August 2017 to July 2026. Each crime is counted in the small area (LSOA) where it was recorded and added up to Burpham. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.