Virginia Water, Surrey: crime and schools at a glance
137 crimes were recorded within 600 m of the centre of Virginia Water in the 12 months to August 2026, about 11 a month. That is the 3rd lowest of the 49 Surrey towns compared, so it sits in the quieter quarter. It is 59% below the median town.
| Measure | Virginia Water |
|---|---|
| Recorded crimes, last 12 months | 137 |
| Average per month | 11 |
| Rank (1 = lowest crime of 49 Surrey towns) | 3 |
| State primary schools within 1 mile | 2 |
| State secondary schools within 3 miles | 2 |
| Independent schools within 2 miles | 2 |
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Schools
Virginia Water has 2 state primary schools within 1 mile and 2 state secondary schools within 3 miles of the town centre. The nearest state primary is St Ann's Heath Junior School (0.3 mi). The nearest state secondary is Salesian School, Chertsey (2.3 mi).
Frequently asked questions
How much crime is there in Virginia Water?
137 crimes were recorded within 600 m of the centre of Virginia Water in the 12 months to August 2026, about 11 a month. That is the 3rd lowest of the 49 Surrey towns compared, so it sits in the quieter quarter. It is 59% below the median town.
What are the most common crimes in Virginia Water?
The most common recorded categories within 600 m of the centre are violent crime (37%), anti-social behaviour (14%), shoplifting (11%).
Are there good schools near Virginia Water?
Virginia Water has 2 state primary schools within 1 mile and 2 state secondary schools within 3 miles of the town centre. The nearest state primary is St Ann's Heath Junior School (0.3 mi). The nearest state secondary is Salesian School, Chertsey (2.3 mi). School quality is not rated here: check Ofsted and the school’s own information before deciding.
Nearby towns
- Egham – 27th of 49 for lowest recorded crime
- Chertsey – 37th of 49 for lowest recorded crime
- Staines-upon-Thames – 47th of 49 for lowest recorded crime
- Chobham – 4th of 49 for lowest recorded crime
Crime data to August 2026; school list from DfE data built 2026-10-24. Updated monthly.