Is Ash Vale and Ash Wharf Safe?
Crime statistics for Ash Vale and Ash Wharf. Based on official UK Police data, updated May 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 36 months — 2,149 total crimes recorded in Ash Vale and Ash Wharf
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Ash Vale and Ash Wharf — last 36 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ash Vale and Ash Wharf safe?
Ash Vale and Ash Wharf has a CrimeRadar safety score of 23/100, rated High Crime. A total of 703 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 6.9% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Crime levels in Ash Vale and Ash Wharf are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Ash Vale and Ash Wharf in the last 12 months?
703 crimes were recorded in Ash Vale and Ash Wharf in the last 12 months, spanning all reported crime categories from violent crime to vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. This represents a decrease of 6.9% compared to the previous 12-month period (755 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 756 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Ash Vale and Ash Wharf?
The most common crime in Ash Vale and Ash Wharf is Violent Crime, with 756 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 107.5% of all reported crimes in the area. You can view a full breakdown of all crime categories, including anti-social behaviour, vehicle crime, and burglary, in the Crime by Category section on this page.
Is crime in Ash Vale and Ash Wharf increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Ash Vale and Ash Wharf is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 6.9% — from 755 crimes in the previous 12 months to 703 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Ash Vale and Ash Wharf?
Ash Vale and Ash Wharf has a safety score of 23 out of 100 (High Crime). CrimeRadar safety scores are calculated from crime volume, year-on-year trend, and crime resolution rate. A score of 85+ is Very Safe, 65–84 is Safe, 45–64 is Average, 25–44 is Below Average, and below 25 is High Crime.
How does Ash Vale and Ash Wharf compare to the Surrey Police average?
Ash Vale and Ash Wharf has a safety score of 23/100, while the Surrey Police force area average is 26/100. Ash Vale and Ash Wharf is below the force average for safety. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.
What is the crime resolution rate in Ash Vale and Ash Wharf?
43.8% of crimes recorded in Ash Vale and Ash Wharf resulted in a formal outcome in the last 12 months. Formal outcomes include charges brought, cautions issued, fixed penalty notices, or other official resolutions recorded by Surrey Police. The national average outcome rate in England and Wales is typically 5–15% across most crime types. A higher rate suggests more effective local enforcement.
How much violent crime is there in Ash Vale and Ash Wharf?
756 violent crimes were recorded in Ash Vale and Ash Wharf in the last 12 months — representing 107.5% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 337 incidents. Violent crime encompasses assault, robbery, and related offences as classified by the UK Home Office. Data is sourced from official police reports submitted to data.police.uk.
When was the crime data for Ash Vale and Ash Wharf last updated?
The crime data for Ash Vale and Ash Wharf was last updated in May 2026. CrimeRadar sources all crime data directly from the official UK Police Data API, operated by the Home Office and published at data.police.uk under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Data is refreshed monthly and covers the most recent 36-month period. New monthly data is typically published with a 2-month lag.
How can I compare Ash Vale and Ash Wharf with other areas?
You can compare Ash Vale and Ash Wharf with any other UK neighbourhood or city using the CrimeRadar Compare tool. It shows side-by-side safety scores, crime volumes by category, year-on-year trends, and crime resolution rates. The Compare tool covers all 44 police force areas across England, Wales and Northern Ireland, with more than 4,000 built neighbourhoods available.