Ashtead, Surrey: crime and schools at a glance
188 crimes were recorded within 600 m of the centre of Ashtead in the 12 months to August 2026, about 16 a month. That is the 9th lowest of the 49 Surrey towns compared, so it sits in the quieter quarter. It is 44% below the median town.
| Measure | Ashtead |
|---|---|
| Recorded crimes, last 12 months | 188 |
| Average per month | 16 |
| Rank (1 = lowest crime of 49 Surrey towns) | 9 |
| State primary schools within 1 mile | 4 |
| State secondary schools within 3 miles | 5 |
| Independent schools within 2 miles | 6 |
Check an exact address in Ashtead
Schools
Ashtead has 4 state primary schools within 1 mile and 5 state secondary schools within 3 miles of the town centre. The nearest state primary is The Greville Primary School (0.2 mi). The nearest state secondary is St Andrew's Catholic School (1.1 mi).
Frequently asked questions
How much crime is there in Ashtead?
188 crimes were recorded within 600 m of the centre of Ashtead in the 12 months to August 2026, about 16 a month. That is the 9th lowest of the 49 Surrey towns compared, so it sits in the quieter quarter. It is 44% below the median town.
What are the most common crimes in Ashtead?
The most common recorded categories within 600 m of the centre are violent crime (42%), public order (14%), anti-social behaviour (7%).
Are there good schools near Ashtead?
Ashtead has 4 state primary schools within 1 mile and 5 state secondary schools within 3 miles of the town centre. The nearest state primary is The Greville Primary School (0.2 mi). The nearest state secondary is St Andrew's Catholic School (1.1 mi). School quality is not rated here: check Ofsted and the school’s own information before deciding.
Nearby towns
- Leatherhead – 33rd of 49 for lowest recorded crime
- Epsom – 48th of 49 for lowest recorded crime
- Tadworth – 2nd of 49 for lowest recorded crime
- Ewell – 22nd of 49 for lowest recorded crime
Crime data to August 2026; school list from DfE data built 2026-10-24. Updated monthly.