Crime in Coombe Vale: statistics, rates and trends
359 crimes were recorded in Coombe Vale in the 12 months to July 2026, 36.2 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 5% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Coombe Vale at a glance
- Crime trends in Coombe Vale
- Types of crime in Coombe Vale
- Coombe Vale compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Coombe Vale
- What happened after crimes were reported in Coombe Vale
- Population and deprivation in Coombe Vale
- Questions about crime in Coombe Vale
- About this data
359 crimes were recorded in Coombe Vale in the 12 months to July 2026, 36.2 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 120 reports (33% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Coombe Vale has the 3,586th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Coombe Vale | Kingston upon Thames | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 359 | 14,970 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 36.2 | 86.7 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -5% | +2% | -1% |
| Population | 9,907 | 172,692 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Coombe Vale was highest in the year to July 2020 (490 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2026 (359). Over the whole period it fell 5%, 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 | 359 | 36.2 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 377 | 38.1 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 404 | 40.8 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 463 | 46.7 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 457 | 46.1 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 484 | 48.9 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 490 | 49.5 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 468 | 47.2 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 378 | 38.2 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 23 |
| June 2026 | 31 |
| May 2026 | 27 |
| April 2026 | 27 |
| March 2026 | 40 |
| February 2026 | 47 |
| January 2026 | 21 |
| December 2025 | 27 |
| November 2025 | 21 |
| October 2025 | 32 |
| September 2025 | 32 |
| August 2025 | 31 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Coombe Vale 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 other theft (+26%).
The largest falls were in vehicle crime (-23%) and anti-social behaviour (-22%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 120 | 12.1 | 0.35 | +8% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 76 | 7.7 | 0.50 | -22% |
| Vehicle crime | 34 | 3.4 | 0.70 | -23% |
| Burglary | 29 | 2.9 | 0.83 | +4% |
| Other theft | 29 | 2.9 | 0.46 | +26% |
| Public order | 26 | 2.6 | 0.39 | +53% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 18 | 1.8 | 0.27 | -14% |
| Theft from the person | 7 | 0.7 | 0.42 | +250% |
| Shoplifting | 5 | 0.5 | 0.06 | -44% |
| Drugs | 4 | 0.4 | 0.12 | -50% |
| Other crime | 4 | 0.4 | 0.19 | -50% |
| Bicycle theft | 3 | 0.3 | 0.37 | +200% |
| Possession of weapons | 3 | 0.3 | 0.31 | +50% |
| Robbery | 1 | 0.1 | 0.07 | -83% |
Violence and sexual offences in Coombe Vale
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Coombe Vale recorded 120 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (12.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 8% on the year before. It made up 33.4% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Coombe Vale
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Coombe Vale recorded 76 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 22% on the year before. It made up 21.2% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Coombe Vale
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Coombe Vale recorded 34 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 23% on the year before. It made up 9.5% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Coombe Vale
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Coombe Vale recorded 29 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 4% on the year before. It made up 8.1% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Coombe Vale
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Coombe Vale recorded 29 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and up 26% on the year before. It made up 8.1% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Coombe Vale
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Coombe Vale recorded 26 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and up 53% on the year before. It made up 7.2% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Coombe Vale
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Coombe Vale recorded 18 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 14% on the year before. It made up 5.0% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Coombe Vale
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Coombe Vale recorded 7 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and up 250% on the year before. It made up 1.9% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Coombe Vale
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Coombe Vale recorded 5 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 44% on the year before. It made up 1.4% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Coombe Vale
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Coombe Vale recorded 4 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 50% on the year before. It made up 1.1% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Coombe Vale
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Coombe Vale recorded 4 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and down 50% on the year before. It made up 1.1% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Coombe Vale
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Coombe Vale recorded 3 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and up 200% on the year before. It made up 0.8% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Coombe Vale
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Coombe Vale 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 0.8% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Coombe Vale
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Coombe Vale recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, 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 Coombe Vale, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Coombe Vale.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Coombe Vale |
|---|---|---|---|
| Green Lane & St James | 304 | 59.0 | +63% |
| New Malden Village | 864 | 81.5 | +125% |
| Norbiton | 792 | 67.2 | +85% |
| Coombe Hill | 499 | 69.5 | +92% |
| Kingston Gate | 590 | 53.4 | +47% |
| Berrylands | 179 | 37.2 | +3% |
| Motspur Park & Old Malden East | 336 | 41.9 | +16% |
| Alexandra | 173 | 38.0 | +5% |
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 Coombe Vale over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Coombe Road | 19 |
| On or near Revell Road | 17 |
| On or near Long Walk | 16 |
| On or near The Triangle | 16 |
| On or near Brewster Place | 12 |
| On or near Woodside Road | 12 |
| On or near Elm Road | 11 |
| On or near High Drive | 11 |
| On or near Linden Grove | 10 |
| On or near Mount Pleasant Road | 10 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Coombe Vale 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 | 123 | 34.3% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 94 | 26.2% |
| Not recorded | 76 | 21.2% |
| Under investigation | 28 | 7.8% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 17 | 4.7% |
| Status update unavailable | 10 | 2.8% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 4 | 1.1% |
| Local resolution | 3 | 0.8% |
| Offender given a caution | 2 | 0.6% |
| Court result unavailable | 1 | 0.3% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.3% |
Coombe Vale has an estimated population of 9,907. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Coombe Vale sits in decile 8.8, less deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Coombe Vale |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 20.4% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 62.6% |
| Aged 65 and over | 16.9% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 70.4% |
| Social rented homes | 5.9% |
| Private rented homes | 23.7% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 8.8 |
Is Coombe Vale a safe place to live?
Coombe Vale recorded 36.2 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 Coombe Vale?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 120 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (76).
Is crime in Coombe Vale going up or down?
Recorded crime in Coombe Vale was down 5% on the year before: 359 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 377 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Coombe Vale?
Coombe Vale 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 Coombe Vale. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.