Epsom and Ewell Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

December 2025 presented an unexpected twist in Epsom and Ewell’s crime profile, with drug-related offences surging by 83.3%—a stark contrast to the usual seasonal trends. This spike, while still below the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000 (Epsom and Ewell’s rate was 0.4 per 1,000), challenges assumptions about how local crime patterns align with broader trends. The overall crime rate of 6.3 per 1,000 was 10% below the UK average of 7.0, reflecting a generally safer environment compared to national benchmarks. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime mix (34.1% of total).2 per 1,000 was 14% below the UK average. This may be attributed to the area’s suburban character, where community engagement and local policing could contribute to lower violent crime rates. Anti-social behaviour (13.0% of total) and shoplifting (11.6% of total) also featured prominently, with the latter exceeding the UK average by 23%. The seasonal context of December—marked by Christmas shopping, dark evenings, and holiday-related absences—likely influenced these trends, as increased retail activity may have driven shoplifting, while fewer public events reduced opportunities for violence. However, the drug crime surge remains unexplained by typical seasonal factors, suggesting a need for further analysis of local dynamics.

December 2025 saw a dramatic 83.3% increase in drug-related crimes, rising from 18 to 33 incidents. This sharp rise, while below the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000 (Epsom and Ewell’s rate was 0.4 per 1,000), highlights a concerning shift in local criminal activity. Conversely, burglary dropped by 53.8% (from 39 to 18), and vehicle crime fell by 46.3% (from 54 to 29), likely reflecting reduced holiday-related thefts and improved security measures. Violence and sexual offences remained the most common crime type (34.1% of total), but their rate of 2.2 per 1,000 was 14% below the UK average. Shoplifting, at 0.7 per 1,000, was 23% above the UK average, possibly linked to increased retail activity during the Christmas season. Residents may find the 10% reduction in overall crime rate reassuring, though the drug crime surge warrants attention from local authorities.

Epsom and Ewell’s crime rate in December 2025 fell by 10.1% compared to the previous month, dropping from 7.0 to 6.3 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with seasonal patterns, as the end of the festive season may reduce public gatherings and associated risks. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 17 crimes per day, a figure that, while consistent with historical trends, remains lower than the UK average. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 159 residents—a monthly exposure rate that underscores the relatively low crime environment compared to larger urban areas. The population context also plays a role: with 83,288 residents, the area’s crime rate reflects a balance between suburban density and semi-rural spread, where community policing and local initiatives may contribute to sustained reductions. The drop in burglary and vehicle crime, which fell by 53.8% and 46.3% respectively, suggests that seasonal factors such as reduced foot traffic and fewer holiday events may have limited opportunities for such offences.