Is Old Woking Safe?
Crime statistics for Old Woking. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.
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Crime Zone Map
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 974 total crimes recorded in Old Woking
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Old Woking — last 12 months
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Compare Old Woking With Nearby Areas
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Old Woking safe?
Old Woking has a CrimeRadar safety score of 7/100, rated High Crime. A total of 974 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 1.5% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Crime levels in Old Woking are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Old Woking in the last 12 months?
974 crimes were recorded in Old Woking 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 1.5% compared to the previous 12-month period (989 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 376 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Old Woking?
The most common crime in Old Woking is Violent Crime, with 376 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 38.6% 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 Old Woking increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Old Woking is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 1.5% — from 989 crimes in the previous 12 months to 974 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Old Woking?
Old Woking has a safety score of 7 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 Old Woking compare to the Surrey Police average?
Old Woking has a safety score of 7/100, while the Surrey Police force area average is 14/100. Old Woking 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 Old Woking?
18.8% of crimes recorded in Old Woking 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 Old Woking?
376 violent crimes were recorded in Old Woking in the last 12 months — representing 38.6% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 151 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 Old Woking last updated?
The crime data for Old Woking was last updated in January 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 Old Woking with other areas?
You can compare Old Woking 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.