Crime in Thamesfield: statistics, rates and trends
1,826 crimes were recorded in Thamesfield in the 12 months to July 2026, 104.9 per 1,000 residents. That is close to the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 6% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Thamesfield at a glance
- Crime trends in Thamesfield
- Types of crime in Thamesfield
- Thamesfield compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Thamesfield
- What happened after crimes were reported in Thamesfield
- Population and deprivation in Thamesfield
- Questions about crime in Thamesfield
- About this data
1,826 crimes were recorded in Thamesfield in the 12 months to July 2026, 104.9 per 1,000 residents. That is close to the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 6% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 333 reports (18% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Thamesfield has the 1,126th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Thamesfield | Wandsworth | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 1,826 | 33,499 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 104.9 | 99.2 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -6% | +1% | -1% |
| Population | 17,412 | 337,655 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Thamesfield was highest in the year to July 2021 (2,088 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2026 (1,826). Over the whole period it fell 9%, 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 | 1,826 | 104.9 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 1,937 | 111.2 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 1,925 | 110.6 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 1,953 | 112.2 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 1,915 | 110.0 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 2,088 | 119.9 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 2,052 | 117.8 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 1,953 | 112.2 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 2,015 | 115.7 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 161 |
| June 2026 | 123 |
| May 2026 | 133 |
| April 2026 | 153 |
| March 2026 | 147 |
| February 2026 | 150 |
| January 2026 | 154 |
| December 2025 | 164 |
| November 2025 | 152 |
| October 2025 | 193 |
| September 2025 | 157 |
| August 2025 | 139 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Thamesfield 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 shoplifting, vehicle crime, other theft.
The largest increases were in drugs (+76%) and other theft (+22%). The largest falls were in robbery (-36%) and criminal damage and arson (-31%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 333 | 19.1 | 0.56 | -2% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 291 | 16.7 | 1.09 | -20% |
| Shoplifting | 291 | 16.7 | 2.02 | +17% |
| Vehicle crime | 202 | 11.6 | 2.36 | -15% |
| Other theft | 196 | 11.3 | 1.76 | +22% |
| Burglary | 99 | 5.7 | 1.61 | -9% |
| Public order | 95 | 5.5 | 0.82 | -24% |
| Drugs | 79 | 4.5 | 1.39 | +76% |
| Theft from the person | 66 | 3.8 | 2.24 | -30% |
| Bicycle theft | 63 | 3.6 | 4.40 | +21% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 58 | 3.3 | 0.49 | -31% |
| Robbery | 34 | 2.0 | 1.45 | -36% |
| Other crime | 15 | 0.9 | 0.41 | -12% |
| Possession of weapons | 4 | 0.2 | 0.24 | +0% |
Violence and sexual offences in Thamesfield
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Thamesfield recorded 333 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (19.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and down 2% on the year before. It made up 18.2% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Thamesfield
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Thamesfield recorded 291 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (16.7 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 20% on the year before. It made up 15.9% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Thamesfield
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Thamesfield recorded 291 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (16.7 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 17% on the year before. It made up 15.9% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Thamesfield
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Thamesfield recorded 202 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (11.6 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 15% on the year before. It made up 11.1% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Thamesfield
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Thamesfield recorded 196 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (11.3 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and up 22% on the year before. It made up 10.7% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Thamesfield
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Thamesfield recorded 99 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.7 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 9% on the year before. It made up 5.4% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Thamesfield
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Thamesfield recorded 95 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 24% on the year before. It made up 5.2% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Thamesfield
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Thamesfield recorded 79 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.5 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 76% on the year before. It made up 4.3% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Thamesfield
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Thamesfield recorded 66 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.8 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and down 30% on the year before. It made up 3.6% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Thamesfield
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Thamesfield recorded 63 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.6 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and up 21% on the year before. It made up 3.5% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Thamesfield
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Thamesfield recorded 58 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 31% on the year before. It made up 3.2% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Thamesfield
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Thamesfield recorded 34 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.0 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and down 36% on the year before. It made up 1.9% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Thamesfield
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Thamesfield recorded 15 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and down 12% on the year before. It made up 0.8% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Thamesfield
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Thamesfield recorded 4 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 0.2% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Thamesfield, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Thamesfield.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Thamesfield |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Putney | 1,175 | 61.3 | -42% |
| West Putney | 890 | 59.9 | -43% |
| Wandsworth Town | 2,430 | 136.6 | +30% |
| West Hill | 1,131 | 66.4 | -37% |
| Southfields | 628 | 50.3 | -52% |
| Roehampton | 1,997 | 99.7 | -5% |
| Wandle | 760 | 72.0 | -31% |
| St Mary's | 1,871 | 113.5 | +8% |
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 Thamesfield over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Putney High Street | 242 |
| On or near Nightclub | 128 |
| On or near Chelverton Road | 84 |
| On or near Supermarket | 82 |
| On or near Ferry Terminal | 78 |
| On or near Enterprise Way | 77 |
| On or near Token Yard | 57 |
| On or near Walker'S Place | 52 |
| On or near Weimar Street | 51 |
| On or near Disraeli Road | 50 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Thamesfield 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 | 967 | 53.0% |
| Not recorded | 291 | 15.9% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 280 | 15.3% |
| Under investigation | 125 | 6.8% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 64 | 3.5% |
| Status update unavailable | 38 | 2.1% |
| Local resolution | 33 | 1.8% |
| Court result unavailable | 15 | 0.8% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 8 | 0.4% |
| Offender given a caution | 2 | 0.1% |
| Suspect charged as part of another case | 1 | 0.1% |
| Offender given penalty notice | 1 | 0.1% |
Thamesfield has an estimated population of 17,412. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Thamesfield sits in decile 8.3, less deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Thamesfield |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 14.9% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 74.1% |
| Aged 65 and over | 11.0% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 53.4% |
| Social rented homes | 8.3% |
| Private rented homes | 38.3% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 8.3 |
Is Thamesfield a safe place to live?
Thamesfield recorded 104.9 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, close to 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 Thamesfield?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 333 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (291).
Is crime in Thamesfield going up or down?
Recorded crime in Thamesfield was down 6% on the year before: 1,826 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 1,937 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Thamesfield?
Thamesfield 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 Thamesfield. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.