Epsom and Ewell Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For a district with 83,288 residents, November 2023 saw 504 crimes reported, translating to 6.1 crimes per 1,000 people. This rate is 18.7% below the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000, placing Epsom and Ewell among the safer local authority districts in England. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (27% of total), vehicle crime (15%) and anti-social behaviour (13.5%). These figures align with the area's character as a largely suburban district with a mix of residential, retail and commuter-focused zones. The seasonal context of November—marked by Black Friday shopping, Bonfire Night and shorter daylight hours—likely influenced patterns. For instance, the 136 recorded violent crimes may reflect increased foot traffic in retail areas during pre-Christmas sales, while anti-social behaviour incidents could be linked to seasonal social gatherings. However, the relatively low overall rate suggests effective policing or community engagement strategies, though this remains speculative without further data. Vehicle crime in the district was 80% above the UK average, a figure that may be explained by the area's proximity to motorway networks and commuter parking facilities.

November 2023 saw dramatic shifts in specific crime categories. Theft from the person surged by 400% (from 1 to 5 incidents), a sharp increase that may be tied to the Black Friday shopping rush. Similarly, possession of weapons rose by 100% (from 0 to 2), though this remains an isolated spike with no clear contextual link. Other crime also increased by 75%, potentially reflecting underreported incidents or seasonal changes in reporting behaviour. Conversely, bicycle theft fell by 54.5% (from 22 to 10), due to reduced outdoor activity during colder weather. Robbery decreased by 37.5% (from 8 to 5), and other theft dropped by 31.1% (from 45 to 31), which may be attributed to increased police presence or community awareness initiatives. The vehicle crime rate (0.9 per 1,000) was 80% above the UK average (0.5 per 1,000), a significant outlier that could be linked to the district's commuter demographics and proximity to major roads. Meanwhile, violence and sexual offences (1.6 per 1,000) were 38% below the UK average, a contrast that may reflect the area's lower population density and community-oriented policing efforts.

The crime rate in Epsom and Ewell rose slightly from 6.0 per 1,000 in October to 6.1 per 1,000 in November, a 0.8% increase that suggests stability rather than a significant upward trend. On a daily basis, the district experienced approximately 17 crimes per day in November, a figure that helps contextualise the rate for local residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 165 residents—a monthly exposure rate that is lower than many comparable districts. When scaled to the population of 83,288, the 504 total crimes represent a relatively low incidence of crime, particularly when compared to the UK average. This suggests that the district's crime profile is consistently below national benchmarks, though the 80% above average rate for vehicle crime highlights a specific vulnerability. The combination of low overall crime and pockets of above-average activity illustrates the complexity of local crime patterns, which may be influenced by factors such as transport infrastructure, retail activity and seasonal events.