Crime in Chertsey: statistics, rates and trends
1,011 crimes were recorded in Chertsey in the 12 months to July 2026, 83.3 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 3% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Chertsey at a glance
- Crime trends in Chertsey
- Types of crime in Chertsey
- Chertsey compared with nearby towns
- Areas within Chertsey
- Streets with the most crime in Chertsey
- What happened after crimes were reported in Chertsey
- Population and deprivation in Chertsey
- Questions about crime in Chertsey
- About this data
1,011 crimes were recorded in Chertsey in the 12 months to July 2026, 83.3 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 3% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 381 reports (38% of the total).
Of the 1,408 towns covered by this site, Chertsey has the 559th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Chertsey | Runnymede | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 1,011 | 7,849 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 83.3 | 85.2 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -3% | +4% | -1% |
| Population | 12,138 | 92,118 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Chertsey was highest in the year to July 2020 (1,420 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2023 (1,010). Over the whole period it fell 10%, 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 | 1,011 | 83.3 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 1,044 | 86.0 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 1,077 | 88.7 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 1,010 | 83.2 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 1,236 | 101.8 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 1,358 | 111.9 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 1,420 | 117.0 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 1,197 | 98.6 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 1,128 | 92.9 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 104 |
| June 2026 | 117 |
| May 2026 | 94 |
| April 2026 | 86 |
| March 2026 | 68 |
| February 2026 | 63 |
| January 2026 | 82 |
| December 2025 | 72 |
| November 2025 | 68 |
| October 2025 | 94 |
| September 2025 | 73 |
| August 2025 | 90 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Chertsey 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 other crime.
The largest increases were in other crime (+38%) and other theft (+12%). The largest falls were in burglary (-39%) and drugs (-27%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 381 | 31.4 | 0.92 | +8% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 135 | 11.1 | 0.73 | -12% |
| Public order | 90 | 7.4 | 1.12 | +1% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 86 | 7.1 | 1.04 | -4% |
| Shoplifting | 79 | 6.5 | 0.79 | -4% |
| Other theft | 73 | 6.0 | 0.94 | +12% |
| Vehicle crime | 54 | 4.4 | 0.90 | -11% |
| Other crime | 33 | 2.7 | 1.29 | +38% |
| Drugs | 32 | 2.6 | 0.81 | -27% |
| Burglary | 25 | 2.1 | 0.58 | -39% |
| Bicycle theft | 8 | 0.7 | 0.80 | -20% |
| Robbery | 8 | 0.7 | 0.49 | -43% |
| Possession of weapons | 7 | 0.6 | 0.59 | -22% |
Violence and sexual offences in Chertsey
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Chertsey recorded 381 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (31.4 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 8% on the year before. It made up 37.7% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Chertsey
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Chertsey recorded 135 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (11.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 12% on the year before. It made up 13.4% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Chertsey
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Chertsey recorded 90 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.4 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and up 1% on the year before. It made up 8.9% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Chertsey
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Chertsey recorded 86 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.1 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 4% on the year before. It made up 8.5% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Chertsey
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Chertsey recorded 79 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 4% on the year before. It made up 7.8% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Chertsey
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Chertsey recorded 73 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.0 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and up 12% on the year before. It made up 7.2% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Chertsey
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Chertsey recorded 54 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.4 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 11% on the year before. It made up 5.3% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Chertsey
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Chertsey recorded 33 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.7 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 38% on the year before. It made up 3.3% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Chertsey
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Chertsey recorded 32 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 27% on the year before. It made up 3.2% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Chertsey
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Chertsey recorded 25 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 39% on the year before. It made up 2.5% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Chertsey
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Chertsey recorded 8 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and down 20% on the year before. It made up 0.8% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Chertsey
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Chertsey recorded 8 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and down 43% on the year before. It made up 0.8% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Chertsey
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Chertsey recorded 7 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and down 22% on the year before. It made up 0.7% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the towns closest to Chertsey, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Chertsey.
| Town | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Chertsey |
|---|---|---|---|
| Addlestone | 1,305 | 93.8 | +13% |
| Weybridge | 984 | 58.8 | -29% |
| Shepperton | 389 | 76.5 | -8% |
| Staines-upon-Thames | 2,587 | 128.8 | +55% |
| Virginia Water | 330 | 50.5 | -39% |
| New Haw, West Byfleet and Sheerwater | 2,079 | 55.6 | -33% |
| Byfleet | 821 | 62.1 | -25% |
| Egham | 2,505 | 88.4 | +6% |
2 areas within Chertsey, ordered by crime rate over the 12 months to July 2026. Chertsey St Ann's had the highest rate (90.4 per 1,000) and Chertsey Riverside the lowest (68.8). Busy town and city centres often show high rates because many of the people there do not live there.
| Area | Type | Population | Crimes | Per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chertsey St Ann's | Neighbourhood | 8,613 | 779 | 90.4 |
| Chertsey Riverside | Neighbourhood | 5,060 | 348 | 68.8 |
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 Chertsey over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Supermarket | 66 |
| On or near Petrol Station | 50 |
| On or near Foundry Court | 37 |
| On or near Fox Lane North | 36 |
| On or near Sports/Recreation Area | 34 |
| On or near Parking Area | 30 |
| On or near Kennett Lane | 27 |
| On or near Oldbury Road | 27 |
| On or near Harrow Close | 23 |
| On or near Brookside | 23 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Chertsey 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 338 | 33.4% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 254 | 25.1% |
| Under investigation | 138 | 13.6% |
| Not recorded | 135 | 13.4% |
| Status update unavailable | 36 | 3.6% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 35 | 3.5% |
| Local resolution | 26 | 2.6% |
| Court result unavailable | 18 | 1.8% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 13 | 1.3% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 8 | 0.8% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 7 | 0.7% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 2 | 0.2% |
Chertsey has an estimated population of 12,138. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Chertsey sits in decile 6.3, close to the middle. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Chertsey |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 20.7% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 63.5% |
| Aged 65 and over | 15.8% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 63.8% |
| Social rented homes | 17.7% |
| Private rented homes | 18.4% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 6.3 |
Is Chertsey a safe place to live?
Chertsey recorded 83.3 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 Chertsey?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 381 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (135).
Is crime in Chertsey going up or down?
Recorded crime in Chertsey was down 3% on the year before: 1,011 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 1,044 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Chertsey?
Chertsey is policed by Surrey. 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 Chertsey. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.