Is Sheerwater Safe?
Crime statistics for Sheerwater. Based on official UK Police data, updated May 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 36 months — 1,293 total crimes recorded in Sheerwater
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Sheerwater — last 36 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sheerwater safe?
Sheerwater has a CrimeRadar safety score of 26/100, rated Below Average. A total of 560 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 65.2% compared to the previous year. Crime levels in Sheerwater are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Sheerwater in the last 12 months?
560 crimes were recorded in Sheerwater in the last 12 months, spanning all reported crime categories from violent crime to vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. This represents an increase of 65.2% compared to the previous 12-month period (339 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 479 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Sheerwater?
The most common crime in Sheerwater is Violent Crime, with 479 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 85.5% 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 Sheerwater increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Sheerwater is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 65.2% — from 339 crimes in the previous 12 months to 560 in the most recent period. This upward trend is something residents and prospective buyers should factor into their decisions.
What is the safety score for Sheerwater?
Sheerwater has a safety score of 26 out of 100 (Below Average). 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 Sheerwater compare to the Surrey Police average?
Sheerwater has a safety score of 26/100, while the Surrey Police force area average is 26/100. Sheerwater is in line with the force average. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.
What is the crime resolution rate in Sheerwater?
40.8% of crimes recorded in Sheerwater 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 Sheerwater?
479 violent crimes were recorded in Sheerwater in the last 12 months — representing 85.5% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 221 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 Sheerwater last updated?
The crime data for Sheerwater 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 Sheerwater with other areas?
You can compare Sheerwater 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.