Hersham, Surrey: crime and schools at a glance
246 crimes were recorded within 600 m of the centre of Hersham in the 12 months to August 2026, about 21 a month. That puts it 16th of 49 Surrey towns, from lowest to highest. It is 27% below the median town. The most recent months were 22% higher than the months before.
| Measure | Hersham |
|---|---|
| Recorded crimes, last 12 months | 246 |
| Average per month | 21 |
| Rank (1 = lowest crime of 49 Surrey towns) | 16 |
| State primary schools within 1 mile | 4 |
| State secondary schools within 3 miles | 6 |
| Independent schools within 2 miles | 6 |
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Schools
Hersham has 4 state primary schools within 1 mile and 6 state secondary schools within 3 miles of the town centre. The nearest state primary is Cardinal Newman Catholic Primary School (0.3 mi). The nearest state secondary is Three Rivers Academy (0.6 mi).
Frequently asked questions
How much crime is there in Hersham?
246 crimes were recorded within 600 m of the centre of Hersham in the 12 months to August 2026, about 21 a month. That puts it 16th of 49 Surrey towns, from lowest to highest. It is 27% below the median town. The most recent months were 22% higher than the months before.
What are the most common crimes in Hersham?
The most common recorded categories within 600 m of the centre are violent crime (40%), public order (12%), anti-social behaviour (11%).
Are there good schools near Hersham?
Hersham has 4 state primary schools within 1 mile and 6 state secondary schools within 3 miles of the town centre. The nearest state primary is Cardinal Newman Catholic Primary School (0.3 mi). The nearest state secondary is Three Rivers Academy (0.6 mi). School quality is not rated here: check Ofsted and the school’s own information before deciding.
Nearby towns
- Esher – 15th of 49 for lowest recorded crime
- Walton-on-Thames – 44th of 49 for lowest recorded crime
- Claygate – 5th of 49 for lowest recorded crime
- Weybridge – 35th of 49 for lowest recorded crime
Crime data to August 2026; school list from DfE data built 2026-10-24. Updated monthly.