Epsom and Ewell Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Epsom and Ewell’s crime rate in October 2025 stood at 7.0 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 9.1% below the UK average of 7.7. This figure, while modest, reflects a combination of local conditions and seasonal rhythms. The most common crimes reported were violence and sexual offences (27.9% of total incidents), followed by anti-social behaviour (18.6%) and public order offences (8.4%). These patterns may be influenced by the area’s mix of residential and commercial spaces, where high streets and public areas see regular foot traffic that can contribute to both violent and disorderly incidents. The seasonal context of October — with clocks going back and shorter daylight hours — likely amplifies the risk of crime in darker evenings, particularly for offences like burglary and anti-social behaviour that are more common when visibility is reduced. However, the rate of violence and sexual offences was 25% below the UK average, suggesting that local factors, such as community policing or the area’s demographic profile, may contribute to this relative safety. The data also shows that shoplifting rates were 21% below the UK average (0.5 vs 0.6 per 1,000), which could be tied to the area’s retail landscape and enforcement practices. While the overall crime rate remains stable, the significant increase in burglary — which was 100% above the UK average — highlights a specific vulnerability that may require targeted interventions. This contrast between relatively low violent crime rates and elevated property crime rates underscores the need for a nuanced understanding of local dynamics, where factors such as housing density, security measures, and the timing of seasonal events shape the crime picture.

October saw a stark contrast in crime trends, with burglary rates jumping by 130% compared to the previous month — from 20 to 46 incidents — a shift that may reflect seasonal vulnerabilities in residential security during darker evenings. Meanwhile, violence and sexual offences decreased by 28.6%, dropping from 227 to 162 cases, a reduction that could be linked to the transition from autumn term activities to more subdued weekend patterns. The crime mix also shifted with property crimes now accounting for 39.4% of total incidents (229 cases), compared to 27.9% for violent crimes — a reversal of the previous month’s balance. This shift underscores the influence of local factors, such as retail activity in the area’s high streets, which may drive shoplifting and other property-related offences. For residents, the 100% increase in burglary rates compared to the UK average (0.6 vs 0.3 per 1,000) highlights a specific risk that warrants attention from local authorities and property owners.

Epsom and Ewell's crime rate in October 2025 dropped by 11.9% compared to the previous month, falling from 7.9 to 7.0 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with a seasonal pattern often seen in autumn, when community activity shifts indoors and outdoor spaces see reduced foot traffic. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly 19 crimes per day in October, a figure that contextualises the risk as a routine part of local life rather than an acute issue. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 143 residents — a statistic that, while quantifiable, must be considered alongside the area's population density and land use. This monthly exposure rate suggests that most residents are not frequently encountering crime, though localised pockets may experience higher concentrations. The population-scaled perspective reinforces that the 7.0 rate is a per-capita measure, meaning that individual risk is distributed across the district's 83,288 residents in a way that does not affect any single neighbourhood.