Here’s what we’ve got for you this week:

If you’ve been keeping an eye on the headlines, you’ll know crime is always a hot topic. But how are we actually doing here in Epsom and Ewell? I took a look over the most recent numbers (up to July 2025) on CrimeTrends.co.uk, and the story they tell is a bit of a mixed bag.

First, the big picture: 568 crimes were recorded last month, which works out at about 7 incidents per 1,000 residents. On paper, that puts us safer than the UK average. Not bad.

But - and there’s always a but - we’re still seeing more crimes than in previous years. Back in 2023 we clocked just over 5,400 crimes. In 2024 it jumped to nearly 7,000. Now in 2025, we’re on track to break that again. So the curve is going the wrong way.

Turns out, not all corners of our borough are equal. The data says the Theatre/Concert Hall (which I think is Epsom Square area) topped the July list with 17 incidents - not surprising as this area has had a problem with antisocial behaviour for a while. The Co-Op on Ruxley Lane wasn’t far behind with 12, and central Epsom Station clocked up 11. Epsom’s two nightclubs (Rhythms and Fever & Boutique) also made the list, mostly for violence and theft.

Here’s the thing - Epsom and Ewell is still officially “safer than average” for the UK. We’re ranked 189 out of 331 local authorities. So while the numbers are creeping up, we’re not turning into the Wild West just yet.

That said, the trend is worth keeping an eye on. Rising burglary, more bike theft, and those worrying weapons stats are the kind of red flags that, if ignored, could become bigger problems down the line.

Keep your bikes locked, your homes secure, and your eyes open. Report non-emergencies on 101 or online, and if you’re interested in local updates, Surrey Police are all over Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and Instagram.

So, is Epsom and Ewell safe? Safer than many places, yes. Safer than we used to be? Not really. So while things could be much, much worse, there are warning signs that we should all be aware of.

I guess it’s somewhat inevitable that as Epsom grows from a quiet market town into more of a London outpost, a bit more crime will follow. Let’s just hope the growth brings stronger community spirit, better policing, and more reasons to feel proud of the place we call home.

Last week I ventured just up the road to Stoneleigh to visit The Cockney Museum. Tucked away behind the Broadway, it’s one of the strangest places I’ve been in a while -dark, slightly eerie, but fascinating in its own way.

The story behind it is perhaps the most interesting part: George Major, the museum’s founder, had been crowned Pearly King of Peckham back in 1958, and opening this museum was his lifelong dream. He poured his savings into it just before Covid hit, which makes the place feel all the more poignant. Admission is £8 (£5 for seniors), and while it’s a bit bizarre, it made for an unusual and memorable morning. I rounded it off nicely with a very decent breakfast and coffee at June 8 on the Broadway (highly recommend).

Then on Monday, I swapped bricks and mortar for nature and cycled from Epsom to Leatherhead through Epsom Common and Ashtead Common. It was a crisp, beautiful autumn morning, with deer darting between the trees, birds everywhere, and squirrels in abundance. These ancient woodlands are stunning at this time of year, and if you haven’t been out there yet, now’s the perfect season to make the most of them.

Did you know: Lord Rosebery, a former Prime Minister of the UK, lived at The Durdans in Epsom. He was also a passionate horse owner, winning the Derby five times, and has a park named after him.

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