Esher, Surrey: crime and schools at a glance
235 crimes were recorded within 600 m of the centre of Esher in the 12 months to August 2026, about 20 a month. That puts it 15th of 49 Surrey towns, from lowest to highest. It is 30% below the median town.
| Measure | Esher |
|---|---|
| Recorded crimes, last 12 months | 235 |
| Average per month | 20 |
| Rank (1 = lowest crime of 49 Surrey towns) | 15 |
| State primary schools within 1 mile | 2 |
| State secondary schools within 3 miles | 8 |
| Independent schools within 2 miles | 6 |
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Schools
Esher has 2 state primary schools within 1 mile and 8 state secondary schools within 3 miles of the town centre. The nearest state primary is Esher Church School (0.3 mi). The nearest state secondary is Esher Church of England High School (0.5 mi).
Frequently asked questions
How much crime is there in Esher?
235 crimes were recorded within 600 m of the centre of Esher in the 12 months to August 2026, about 20 a month. That puts it 15th of 49 Surrey towns, from lowest to highest. It is 30% below the median town.
What are the most common crimes in Esher?
The most common recorded categories within 600 m of the centre are violent crime (32%), anti-social behaviour (10%), shoplifting (9%).
Are there good schools near Esher?
Esher has 2 state primary schools within 1 mile and 8 state secondary schools within 3 miles of the town centre. The nearest state primary is Esher Church School (0.3 mi). The nearest state secondary is Esher Church of England High School (0.5 mi). School quality is not rated here: check Ofsted and the school’s own information before deciding.
Nearby towns
- Claygate – 5th of 49 for lowest recorded crime
- Hersham – 16th of 49 for lowest recorded crime
- Walton-on-Thames – 44th of 49 for lowest recorded crime
- Cobham – 24th of 49 for lowest recorded crime
Crime data to August 2026; school list from DfE data built 2026-10-24. Updated monthly.