Crime in Stonecot: statistics, rates and trends
590 crimes were recorded in Stonecot in the 12 months to July 2026, 69.0 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 9% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Stonecot at a glance
- Crime trends in Stonecot
- Types of crime in Stonecot
- Stonecot compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Stonecot
- What happened after crimes were reported in Stonecot
- Population and deprivation in Stonecot
- Questions about crime in Stonecot
- About this data
590 crimes were recorded in Stonecot in the 12 months to July 2026, 69.0 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 9% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 171 reports (29% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Stonecot has the 2,261st highest crime rate.
| Measure | Stonecot | Sutton | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 590 | 16,474 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 69.0 | 76.8 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -9% | +3% | -1% |
| Population | 8,555 | 214,525 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Stonecot was highest in the year to July 2020 (694 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2022 (534). Over the whole period it rose 2%, 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 | 590 | 69.0 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 651 | 76.1 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 608 | 71.1 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 572 | 66.9 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 534 | 62.4 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 605 | 70.7 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 694 | 81.1 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 596 | 69.7 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 577 | 67.4 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 58 |
| June 2026 | 50 |
| May 2026 | 55 |
| April 2026 | 50 |
| March 2026 | 43 |
| February 2026 | 46 |
| January 2026 | 52 |
| December 2025 | 51 |
| November 2025 | 46 |
| October 2025 | 46 |
| September 2025 | 42 |
| August 2025 | 51 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Stonecot 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 vehicle crime.
The largest increases were in vehicle crime (+22%). The largest falls were in drugs (-38%) and shoplifting (-37%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 171 | 20.0 | 0.58 | -9% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 105 | 12.3 | 0.80 | +8% |
| Vehicle crime | 72 | 8.4 | 1.71 | +22% |
| Shoplifting | 44 | 5.1 | 0.62 | -37% |
| Other theft | 43 | 5.0 | 0.79 | -12% |
| Public order | 30 | 3.5 | 0.53 | -32% |
| Drugs | 28 | 3.3 | 1.00 | -38% |
| Burglary | 27 | 3.2 | 0.89 | +4% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 25 | 2.9 | 0.43 | -29% |
| Other crime | 13 | 1.5 | 0.72 | +30% |
| Robbery | 12 | 1.4 | 1.04 | -29% |
| Theft from the person | 12 | 1.4 | 0.83 | +200% |
| Bicycle theft | 5 | 0.6 | 0.71 | -17% |
| Possession of weapons | 3 | 0.4 | 0.36 | +50% |
Violence and sexual offences in Stonecot
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Stonecot recorded 171 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (20.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and down 9% on the year before. It made up 29.0% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Stonecot
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Stonecot recorded 105 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (12.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 8% on the year before. It made up 17.8% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Stonecot
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Stonecot recorded 72 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (8.4 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and up 22% on the year before. It made up 12.2% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Stonecot
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Stonecot recorded 44 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 37% on the year before. It made up 7.5% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Stonecot
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Stonecot recorded 43 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 12% on the year before. It made up 7.3% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Stonecot
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Stonecot recorded 30 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 32% on the year before. It made up 5.1% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Stonecot
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Stonecot recorded 28 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.3 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 38% on the year before. It made up 4.7% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Stonecot
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Stonecot recorded 27 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.2 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 4% on the year before. It made up 4.6% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Stonecot
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Stonecot recorded 25 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 29% on the year before. It made up 4.2% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Stonecot
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Stonecot recorded 13 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 30% on the year before. It made up 2.2% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Stonecot
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Stonecot recorded 12 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.4 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and down 29% on the year before. It made up 2.0% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Stonecot
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Stonecot recorded 12 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and up 200% on the year before. It made up 2.0% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Stonecot
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Stonecot recorded 5 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and down 17% on the year before. It made up 0.8% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Stonecot
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Stonecot 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 up 50% on the year before. It made up 0.5% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Stonecot, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Stonecot.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Stonecot |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Cheam | 605 | 60.4 | -12% |
| Sutton North | 744 | 64.4 | -7% |
| Worcester Park North | 523 | 55.8 | -19% |
| St Helier West | 1,366 | 106.4 | +54% |
| Sutton West & East Cheam | 1,451 | 106.2 | +54% |
| Worcester Park South | 374 | 49.3 | -29% |
| Sutton Central | 1,705 | 144.3 | +109% |
| St Helier East | 531 | 74.1 | +7% |
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 Stonecot over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Supermarket | 94 |
| On or near Willow Walk | 39 |
| On or near Sutton Common Road | 29 |
| On or near Stonecot Hill | 28 |
| On or near Westbourne Avenue | 28 |
| On or near Stonecot Close | 26 |
| On or near Hamilton Avenue | 24 |
| On or near Woodstock Avenue | 21 |
| On or near Kimpton Park Way | 18 |
| On or near Reigate Avenue | 18 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Stonecot 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 | 204 | 34.6% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 142 | 24.1% |
| Not recorded | 105 | 17.8% |
| Under investigation | 53 | 9.0% |
| Status update unavailable | 33 | 5.6% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 24 | 4.1% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 15 | 2.5% |
| Local resolution | 5 | 0.8% |
| Court result unavailable | 5 | 0.8% |
| Offender given a caution | 2 | 0.3% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.2% |
| Offender given penalty notice | 1 | 0.2% |
Stonecot has an estimated population of 8,555. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Stonecot sits in decile 8.2, less deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Stonecot |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 21.2% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 60.8% |
| Aged 65 and over | 17.9% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 79.6% |
| Social rented homes | 4.5% |
| Private rented homes | 15.9% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 8.2 |
Is Stonecot a safe place to live?
Stonecot recorded 69.0 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 Stonecot?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 171 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (105).
Is crime in Stonecot going up or down?
Recorded crime in Stonecot was down 9% on the year before: 590 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 651 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Stonecot?
Stonecot 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 Stonecot. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.