Merton vs Wonersh — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Merton

CR4 · Greater London

434

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences143
  • Anti-social behaviour119
  • Criminal damage & arson37

Wonersh

GU5 · Surrey

3

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Other theft1
  • Public order1
  • Violence & sexual offences1

Wonersh has less crime — 3 vs 434 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Merton recorded substantially more crime than Wonersh in April 2026 — 434 incidents compared to 3, a 144.7x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Merton sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (119) and Criminal damage & arson (37), while Wonersh has more Other theft (1) and Public order (1). Merton sits above the national average for recorded crime while Wonersh is below — a significant gap for anyone weighing up the two.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Merton or Wonersh safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Wonersh recorded fewer crimes than Merton — 3 vs 434 incidents. That is 99% fewer crimes. Wonersh is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Merton and Wonersh?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Merton saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Criminal damage & arson while Wonersh had more Other theft and Public order. Overall, Wonersh recorded fewer total crimes (3 vs 434).

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