Epsom Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Epsom's crime rate in September 2025 reached 10.4 per 1,000 residents, a figure 40.5% higher than the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000. This marks a significant deterioration from the previous month's rate of 9.2 per 1,000, reflecting a 12.6% increase. The most prevalent crimes were violence and sexual offences (35.4% of total incidents), followed by anti-social behaviour (18.2%) and public order offences (7.6%). These trends align with seasonal patterns in September, when back-to-school activities and the start of the university freshers' week typically bring increased foot traffic to town centres and social venues. The surge in violent crime may be linked to heightened social interactions during this period. Anti-social behaviour and public order offences also rose sharply, potentially influenced by the transition to darker evenings and the associated changes in community activity. Shoplifting rates remained stable compared to the UK average, but other categories—such as drugs offences (92% above UK average) and bicycle theft (329% above UK average)—highlighted stark local disparities. These findings underscore the need for residents to remain vigilant, particularly in areas frequented by students and during late-night hours.

September 2025 saw alarming spikes in specific crime categories, with theft from the person surging by 300% compared to August, jumping from one reported incident to four. This sharp increase may be attributed to the influx of students and new residents during the freshers' period, who may be less familiar with local security measures. Bicycle theft also doubled, rising from five to ten incidents, likely tied to the increased number of cyclists commuting to and from the town centre as university term begins. Meanwhile, other crime—such as unclassified offences—rose by 71.4%, suggesting a broader uptick in minor incidents that may not be immediately categorized. In contrast, burglary rates fell by 40.9%, due to heightened police patrols or improved community reporting mechanisms. Robbery and possession of weapons both declined, though these decreases may not be sustainable. The town's violent crime rate remains 43% above the UK average, with anti-social behaviour and public order offences also far exceeding national benchmarks. These disparities highlight the need for targeted interventions in areas with high concentrations of young people and social gatherings.

Epsom's crime rate in September 2025 (10.4 per 1,000) represents a 12.6% increase from the previous month's rate of 9.2 per 1,000, underscoring a concerning upward trend. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 13 reported crimes per day—a figure that, while not unusual for a built-up area, demands attention from residents and local authorities. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 96 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is higher than the UK average when scaled to population size. This statistic highlights the disproportionate impact of crime on Epsom's community compared to the national context. With a population of 36,950, the localised nature of crime—concentrated in specific areas such as the town centre and university precincts—suggests that targeted measures could yield more effective outcomes than broad-based initiatives. The stark contrast between Epsom's violent crime rate (3.7 per 1,000) and the UK average (2.6 per 1,000) further illustrates the urgency for tailored strategies, particularly in addressing the root causes of anti-social behaviour and public order offences that dominate the local crime profile.