Epsom and Ewell Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Epsom and Ewell recorded 584 crimes in November 2025, translating to a crime rate of 7.0 per 1,000 residents — 4.1% below the UK average of 7.3. This rate corresponds to 584 crimes for a population of 83,288, a figure that underscores the area’s position as a relatively low-crime region within the UK. The most prevalent crime types were violence and sexual offences (32.2% of total), followed by shoplifting (11.6%) and anti-social behaviour (11.1%). These patterns align with the area’s seasonal context, as November brought the dual pressures of Black Friday shopping and the darker evenings associated with the winter months. The high proportion of violent crimes may reflect the area’s urban and semi-urban character, where population density can contribute to higher rates of interpersonal offences. Shoplifting’s sharp increase likely correlates with the timing of Black Friday, a period when retail areas experience heightened foot traffic and potential vulnerabilities. Anti-social behaviour’s decline, meanwhile, may be linked to the end of a school term or reduced public events. The overall crime rate’s proximity to the UK average highlights the area’s consistency in maintaining a balance between urban dynamics and community safety initiatives. This stability, however, does not eliminate the need for targeted interventions in categories like vehicle crime, which remains significantly above the national average. The data thus illustrates an area navigating typical seasonal challenges while maintaining a crime profile that is broadly in line with national benchmarks.

November 2025 saw significant month-on-month changes in specific crime categories, with shoplifting increasing by 51.1% (from 45 to 68 incidents) — a trend likely tied to Black Friday retail activity. Theft from the person also surged by 150%, rising from four to 10 incidents, possibly reflecting increased foot traffic in commercial areas. Conversely, anti-social behaviour fell by 39.8% (from 108 to 65), a decline that may align with the end of term or reduced public events. Vehicle crime, at 0.7 per 1,000 residents, was 75% above the UK average, a figure that highlights the area’s vulnerability to car-related offences. This contrast between rising and falling categories illustrates the combination of seasonal factors and local dynamics. A resident might find the 75% above UK average for vehicle crime particularly relevant, as it suggests targeted measures could be considered for parking areas.

Epsom and Ewell’s crime rate remained stable in November 2025, matching the previous month’s rate of 7.0 per 1,000 residents. This consistency suggests no major shifts in crime patterns during the period, though seasonal factors like Bonfire Night and Black Friday may have influenced specific crime types. On a daily basis, the area recorded an average of 19 crimes per day, a figure that reflects the local context of a suburban and semi-rural district with a mix of commercial and residential zones. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 143 residents, a metric that provides a clear sense of monthly exposure. When scaled to the population of 83,288, this rate aligns with the area’s character as a relatively low-crime region compared to the UK average, though localised spikes in specific categories remain noteworthy. The stability in the overall rate contrasts with fluctuations in individual crime types, which are explored in detail elsewhere.