Crime in Cheam: statistics, rates and trends
514 crimes were recorded in Cheam in the 12 months to July 2026, 48.1 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 5% on the year before.
514 crimes were recorded in Cheam in the 12 months to July 2026, 48.1 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 5% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 185 reports (36% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Cheam has the 3,105th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Cheam | Sutton | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 514 | 16,474 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 48.1 | 76.8 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -5% | +3% | -1% |
| Population | 10,690 | 214,525 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Cheam was highest in the year to July 2020 (744 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2026 (514). Over the whole period it fell 4%, 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 | 514 | 48.1 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 543 | 50.8 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 567 | 53.0 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 616 | 57.6 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 648 | 60.6 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 627 | 58.7 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 744 | 69.6 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 620 | 58.0 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 535 | 50.0 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 43 |
| June 2026 | 40 |
| May 2026 | 55 |
| April 2026 | 38 |
| March 2026 | 39 |
| February 2026 | 42 |
| January 2026 | 41 |
| December 2025 | 48 |
| November 2025 | 30 |
| October 2025 | 47 |
| September 2025 | 47 |
| August 2025 | 44 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Cheam 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. Rates were well above the national level for bicycle theft.
The largest increases were in violence and sexual offences (+29%) and public order (+15%). The largest falls were in vehicle crime (-52%) and burglary (-43%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 185 | 17.3 | 0.51 | +29% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 100 | 9.4 | 0.61 | -12% |
| Other theft | 40 | 3.7 | 0.59 | -9% |
| Burglary | 37 | 3.5 | 0.98 | -43% |
| Public order | 31 | 2.9 | 0.44 | +15% |
| Vehicle crime | 30 | 2.8 | 0.57 | -52% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 27 | 2.5 | 0.37 | -23% |
| Drugs | 17 | 1.6 | 0.49 | -32% |
| Bicycle theft | 12 | 1.1 | 1.36 | +500% |
| Shoplifting | 12 | 1.1 | 0.14 | -8% |
| Other crime | 9 | 0.8 | 0.40 | +80% |
| Robbery | 6 | 0.6 | 0.42 | +200% |
| Theft from the person | 5 | 0.5 | 0.28 | +25% |
| Possession of weapons | 3 | 0.3 | 0.29 | +50% |
Violence and sexual offences in Cheam
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Cheam recorded 185 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (17.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 29% on the year before. It made up 36.0% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Cheam
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Cheam recorded 100 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (9.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 12% on the year before. It made up 19.5% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Cheam
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Cheam recorded 40 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 9% on the year before. It made up 7.8% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Cheam
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Cheam recorded 37 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.5 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 43% on the year before. It made up 7.2% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Cheam
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Cheam recorded 31 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and up 15% on the year before. It made up 6.0% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Cheam
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Cheam recorded 30 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 52% on the year before. It made up 5.8% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Cheam
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Cheam recorded 27 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 23% on the year before. It made up 5.3% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Cheam
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Cheam recorded 17 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 32% on the year before. It made up 3.3% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Cheam
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Cheam recorded 12 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.1 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and up 500% on the year before. It made up 2.3% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Cheam
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Cheam recorded 12 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 8% on the year before. It made up 2.3% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Cheam
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Cheam recorded 9 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 80% on the year before. It made up 1.8% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Cheam
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Cheam recorded 6 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 200% on the year before. It made up 1.2% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Cheam
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Cheam recorded 5 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and up 25% on the year before. It made up 1.0% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Cheam
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Cheam recorded 3 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 50% on the year before. It made up 0.6% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Cheam, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Cheam.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Cheam |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sutton West & East Cheam | 1,451 | 106.2 | +121% |
| Belmont | 573 | 45.1 | -6% |
| Sutton South | 747 | 65.0 | +35% |
| North Cheam | 605 | 60.4 | +26% |
| Sutton Central | 1,705 | 144.3 | +200% |
| Worcester Park South | 374 | 49.3 | +2% |
| Sutton North | 744 | 64.4 | +34% |
| Stonecot | 590 | 69.0 | +43% |
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 Cheam over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near High Street | 39 |
| On or near Golf Side | 32 |
| On or near Malden Road | 25 |
| On or near Northfield Crescent | 25 |
| On or near Chatsworth Road | 24 |
| On or near Roberts Close | 22 |
| On or near Tudor Close | 16 |
| On or near The Broadway | 14 |
| On or near Cookes Lane | 12 |
| On or near Kingsway Road | 12 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Cheam 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 | 176 | 34.2% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 130 | 25.3% |
| Not recorded | 100 | 19.5% |
| Under investigation | 50 | 9.7% |
| Status update unavailable | 27 | 5.3% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 9 | 1.8% |
| Local resolution | 8 | 1.6% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 8 | 1.6% |
| Offender given a caution | 3 | 0.6% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.2% |
| Suspect charged as part of another case | 1 | 0.2% |
| Court result unavailable | 1 | 0.2% |
Cheam has an estimated population of 10,690. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Cheam sits in decile 8.9, less deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Cheam |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 19.0% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 58.6% |
| Aged 65 and over | 22.4% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 79.4% |
| Social rented homes | 3.9% |
| Private rented homes | 16.7% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 8.9 |
Is Cheam a safe place to live?
Cheam recorded 48.1 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 Cheam?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 185 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (100).
Is crime in Cheam going up or down?
Recorded crime in Cheam was down 5% on the year before: 514 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 543 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Cheam?
Cheam is policed by Metropolitan Police. 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 Cheam. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.