Crime in North Cheam: statistics, rates and trends
605 crimes were recorded in North Cheam in the 12 months to July 2026, 60.4 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 17% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in North Cheam at a glance
- Crime trends in North Cheam
- Types of crime in North Cheam
- North Cheam compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in North Cheam
- What happened after crimes were reported in North Cheam
- Population and deprivation in North Cheam
- Questions about crime in North Cheam
- About this data
605 crimes were recorded in North Cheam in the 12 months to July 2026, 60.4 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 17% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 162 reports (27% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, North Cheam has the 2,582nd highest crime rate.
| Measure | North Cheam | Sutton | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 605 | 16,474 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 60.4 | 76.8 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +17% | +3% | -1% |
| Population | 10,021 | 214,525 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in North Cheam was highest in the year to July 2018 (734 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2024 (489). Over the whole period it fell 18%, 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 | 605 | 60.4 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 515 | 51.4 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 489 | 48.8 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 564 | 56.3 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 681 | 68.0 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 670 | 66.9 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 726 | 72.4 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 674 | 67.3 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 734 | 73.2 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 48 |
| June 2026 | 57 |
| May 2026 | 57 |
| April 2026 | 78 |
| March 2026 | 53 |
| February 2026 | 48 |
| January 2026 | 44 |
| December 2025 | 34 |
| November 2025 | 37 |
| October 2025 | 61 |
| September 2025 | 50 |
| August 2025 | 38 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in North 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. The largest increases were in shoplifting (+150%) and burglary (+38%).
The largest falls were in other theft (-21%) and criminal damage and arson (-19%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 162 | 16.2 | 0.47 | +17% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 140 | 14.0 | 0.91 | +18% |
| Shoplifting | 75 | 7.5 | 0.90 | +150% |
| Vehicle crime | 41 | 4.1 | 0.83 | -15% |
| Public order | 39 | 3.9 | 0.59 | +30% |
| Burglary | 33 | 3.3 | 0.93 | +38% |
| Other theft | 31 | 3.1 | 0.48 | -21% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 30 | 3.0 | 0.44 | -19% |
| Theft from the person | 17 | 1.7 | 1.00 | +143% |
| Robbery | 16 | 1.6 | 1.18 | +45% |
| Drugs | 11 | 1.1 | 0.34 | -42% |
| Other crime | 5 | 0.5 | 0.24 | +150% |
| Bicycle theft | 3 | 0.3 | 0.36 | -62% |
| Possession of weapons | 2 | 0.2 | 0.21 | +0% |
Violence and sexual offences in North Cheam
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. North Cheam recorded 162 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (16.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 17% on the year before. It made up 26.8% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in North Cheam
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. North Cheam recorded 140 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (14.0 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 18% on the year before. It made up 23.1% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in North Cheam
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. North Cheam recorded 75 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.5 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 150% on the year before. It made up 12.4% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in North Cheam
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. North Cheam recorded 41 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 15% on the year before. It made up 6.8% of all crime in the area.
Public order in North Cheam
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. North Cheam recorded 39 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and up 30% on the year before. It made up 6.4% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in North Cheam
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. North Cheam recorded 33 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.3 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 38% on the year before. It made up 5.5% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in North Cheam
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. North Cheam recorded 31 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 21% on the year before. It made up 5.1% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in North Cheam
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. North Cheam recorded 30 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 19% on the year before. It made up 5.0% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in North Cheam
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. North Cheam recorded 17 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.7 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and up 143% on the year before. It made up 2.8% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in North Cheam
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. North Cheam recorded 16 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.6 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 45% on the year before. It made up 2.6% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in North Cheam
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. North Cheam recorded 11 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 42% on the year before. It made up 1.8% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in North Cheam
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. North 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 2.1, and up 150% on the year before. It made up 0.8% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in North Cheam
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. North 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 0.8, and down 62% on the year before. It made up 0.5% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in North Cheam
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. North Cheam recorded 2 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 0.3% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to North Cheam, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to North Cheam.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs North Cheam |
|---|---|---|---|
| Worcester Park South | 374 | 49.3 | -18% |
| Worcester Park North | 523 | 55.8 | -8% |
| Stonecot | 590 | 69.0 | +14% |
| Sutton West & East Cheam | 1,451 | 106.2 | +76% |
| Sutton North | 744 | 64.4 | +7% |
| Cheam | 514 | 48.1 | -20% |
| Sutton Central | 1,705 | 144.3 | +139% |
| St Helier West | 1,366 | 106.4 | +76% |
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 North Cheam over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Senhouse Road | 107 |
| On or near Supermarket | 72 |
| On or near Petrol Station | 58 |
| On or near Edwards Close | 36 |
| On or near London Road | 30 |
| On or near Lingfield Road | 25 |
| On or near Esher Avenue | 16 |
| On or near Kenley Walk | 14 |
| On or near D'Arcy Road | 12 |
| On or near St Margaret'S Avenue | 12 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in North 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 | 214 | 35.4% |
| Not recorded | 140 | 23.1% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 112 | 18.5% |
| Under investigation | 70 | 11.6% |
| Status update unavailable | 33 | 5.5% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 12 | 2.0% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 10 | 1.7% |
| Local resolution | 7 | 1.2% |
| Court result unavailable | 5 | 0.8% |
| Offender given a caution | 1 | 0.2% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.2% |
North Cheam has an estimated population of 10,021. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in North 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 | North Cheam |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 21.7% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 61.8% |
| Aged 65 and over | 16.5% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 83.3% |
| Social rented homes | 2.2% |
| Private rented homes | 14.5% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 8.9 |
Is North Cheam a safe place to live?
North Cheam recorded 60.4 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 North Cheam?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 162 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (140).
Is crime in North Cheam going up or down?
Recorded crime in North Cheam was up 17% on the year before: 605 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 515 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers North Cheam?
North 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 North Cheam. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.