Knaphill, Surrey: crime and schools at a glance
672 crimes were recorded within 600 m of the centre of Knaphill in the 12 months to August 2026, about 56 a month. That is the 12th highest of the 49 Surrey towns compared, so it sits in the busier quarter. Busy town centres record more crime because more people pass through, so this says little about the quieter residential streets around them. It is 100% above the median town. The most recent months were 18% higher than the months before.
| Measure | Knaphill |
|---|---|
| Recorded crimes, last 12 months | 672 |
| Average per month | 56 |
| Rank (1 = lowest crime of 49 Surrey towns) | 38 |
| State primary schools within 1 mile | 7 |
| State secondary schools within 3 miles | 4 |
| Independent schools within 2 miles | 1 |
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Schools
Knaphill has 7 state primary schools within 1 mile and 4 state secondary schools within 3 miles of the town centre. The nearest state primary is Knaphill Infant School and Nursery (0.4 mi). The nearest state secondary is The Winston Churchill School A Specialist Sports College (0.8 mi).
Frequently asked questions
How much crime is there in Knaphill?
672 crimes were recorded within 600 m of the centre of Knaphill in the 12 months to August 2026, about 56 a month. That is the 12th highest of the 49 Surrey towns compared, so it sits in the busier quarter. Busy town centres record more crime because more people pass through, so this says little about the quieter residential streets around them. It is 100% above the median town. The most recent months were 18% higher than the months before.
What are the most common crimes in Knaphill?
The most common recorded categories within 600 m of the centre are violent crime (62%), public order (11%), anti-social behaviour (7%).
Are there good schools near Knaphill?
Knaphill has 7 state primary schools within 1 mile and 4 state secondary schools within 3 miles of the town centre. The nearest state primary is Knaphill Infant School and Nursery (0.4 mi). The nearest state secondary is The Winston Churchill School A Specialist Sports College (0.8 mi). School quality is not rated here: check Ofsted and the school’s own information before deciding.
Nearby towns
- Woking – 46th of 49 for lowest recorded crime
- Chobham – 4th of 49 for lowest recorded crime
- Lightwater – 14th of 49 for lowest recorded crime
- Bagshot – 11th of 49 for lowest recorded crime
Crime data to August 2026; school list from DfE data built 2026-10-24. Updated monthly.