Epsom and Ewell Crime Rate October 2023 | Monthly Statistics

In October 2023, Epsom and Ewell’s crime rate of 6.0 per 1,000 residents placed it 25% below the UK average of 8.0, underscoring the area’s relatively low risk profile. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (31% of total reports), anti-social behaviour (15%), and vehicle crime (11%). These figures suggest a community where interpersonal disputes and local transport infrastructure may play a role in shaping crime patterns. Seasonal factors, such as darker evenings and the transition to British Summer Time, could have influenced the prevalence of anti-social behaviour and shoplifting, which often spike during periods of reduced visibility and increased foot traffic. However, the area’s performance in reducing violent crime—30% below the UK average—may reflect effective policing or community engagement efforts. Vehicle crime, while still a concern, is 35% above the UK average, linked to the district’s commuter demographics and parking arrangements. The overall picture indicates a place where crime is manageable but not absent, with specific vulnerabilities that require targeted attention.

October 2023 saw a significant 144.4% increase in bicycle theft, rising from 9 to 22 incidents. This surge could be linked to seasonal factors, such as increased cycling during darker evenings or Halloween-related activity. Conversely, other crime fell by 63.6% (from 11 to 4 cases), suggesting a possible reduction in minor incidents or improved reporting practices. Vehicle crime, which stood at 0.7 per 1,000—35% above the UK average—remained a local outlier, potentially reflecting the area’s commuter traffic or parking patterns. Meanwhile, shoplifting rose by 46.2%, indicating a shift in retail crime trends. Anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences continued to dominate the crime mix, accounting for 46% of all reports, but both remained 30% below their UK counterparts. These disparities highlight the area’s unique profile, where certain crime types are mitigated by community dynamics or local initiatives.

Epsom and Ewell’s crime rate in October 2023 fell to 6.0 per 1,000 residents, a 9.9% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 6.7. This decline suggests a continued downward trend in reported crime, though the area remains significantly safer than the UK average. On a daily basis, 16 crimes were recorded in October, translating to roughly one reported crime for every 167 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure figure highlights that, while crime is relatively low, residents are not entirely insulated from incidents. The drop in overall crime may reflect seasonal factors, such as shorter evenings and the post-Halloween lull in activity, but the persistence of certain crime types—like vehicle crime and bicycle theft—remains a local concern. The population context further illustrates that, despite the lower rate, the area’s 83,288 residents still experience a measurable, albeit modest, level of risk.