Epsom and Ewell Crime Rate January 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Epsom and Ewell’s crime rate in January 2024 stood at 5.7 per 1,000 residents, significantly below the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000—a 23% deficit. This figure reflects the area’s position as a relatively safe local authority district, though the data reveals a complex mix of crime types. Violence and sexual offences dominated, accounting for 30.3% of all reported crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (13.4%) and other theft (11.4%). These patterns align with Epsom and Ewell’s character as a commuter town with a mix of residential and commercial areas, where property crimes and public order issues are common but moderated by community engagement and infrastructure. Seasonal factors also played a role: January’s post-holiday period and reduced retail footfall likely contributed to lower rates of shoplifting and theft from the person, though these were offset by increases in criminal damage and arson, which may reflect colder weather and increased indoor activity. The area’s crime profile remains stable, with no major spikes in violent crime despite the rise in property-related offences. This balance suggests that while local conditions influence crime trends, the overall safety of Epsom and Ewell remains consistent with its suburban, low-density nature.

January 2024 saw notable fluctuations in crime types, with criminal damage and arson surging by 73.9% compared to December, driven by potential post-holiday property neglect or increased vandalism. Conversely, theft from the person plummeted by 75%, likely reflecting reduced foot traffic during colder weather or enhanced security measures in public spaces. Bicycle theft, though still a minor category, rose by 20% and remains 67% above the UK average, a discrepancy that may relate to the area’s commuter profile and cycling infrastructure. Violence and sexual offences, the most common crime type (30.3% of total), were 35% below the UK average, consistent with Epsom and Ewell’s character as a relatively stable, suburban district. These shifts illustrate how specific local conditions—such as seasonal patterns and community initiatives—can influence crime dynamics without necessarily altering the broader safety trend.

Epsom and Ewell’s crime rate in January 2024 rose by 11.2% compared to December 2023, moving from 5.1 to 5.7 per 1,000 residents. While this marks a slight upward trend, the area remains 23% below the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000. On a daily basis, 15 crimes were reported each day in January, a figure that, while consistent with local patterns, offers context for residents assessing risk. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 176 residents, a monthly exposure rate that highlights the relatively low frequency of incidents in this area. When scaled to the population of 83,288, the 472 total crimes represent a manageable burden compared to larger urban centres. The increase in crime rate appears modest, and the area’s overall safety profile remains intact, though local factors such as seasonal shifts and specific crime type trends warrant closer attention.