East Horsley Crime Rate April 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 5,779 residents, East Horsley recorded 15 crimes in April 2023—a rate of 2.6 per 1,000 people, 65.3% below the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000. This figure translates to one crime for every 385 residents over the course of the month, a statistic that illustrates the area's consistently low exposure to criminal activity. The breakdown reveals that 60% of incidents were violent crimes, primarily violence and sexual offences (9 cases), followed by property crimes (5 cases). This distribution contrasts with the UK average, where violent crimes account for 38% of total incidents. The seasonal context of April—Easter holidays and spring weather—likely influenced activity patterns, with increased outdoor engagement potentially contributing to the rise in violent offences. However, the area's overall safety remains evident, with property crime rates (0.5 per 1,000) and burglary (0.2 per 1,000) far below national averages. The low crime environment may be attributed to East Horsley's suburban character, its proximity to Guildford's urban services, and the absence of high-risk factors like dense nightlife or industrial activity. While the increase in violent offences warrants attention, the absolute numbers remain minimal, reinforcing the area's status as a relatively secure built-up area within Surrey.

April 2023 saw a 50% increase in violence and sexual offences, rising from 6 to 9 incidents. This surge, though still modest in absolute terms, highlights a shift in the crime mix towards violent offences, which now make up 60% of total crimes—a significant deviation from the UK average of 38% for this category. Conversely, burglary and other theft both declined sharply: burglary fell 80% (from 5 to 1), and other theft dropped 50% (from 2 to 1). These decreases may reflect seasonal factors, such as reduced outdoor activity during Easter or increased security measures in residential areas. Anti-social behaviour also rose by 100%, from 0 to 1 incident, a change that, while statistically notable, remains within the context of the area's overall low crime levels. The category's performance—83% below the UK average for anti-social behaviour—further underscores East Horsley's distinct profile compared to national trends.

East Horsley's crime rate in April 2023 (2.6 per 1,000 residents) reflects a 24.9% decrease from the previous month's rate of 3.5 per 1,000. This decline, though modest, aligns with the area's historically low crime profile. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly 0 crimes per day in April, a figure that underscores the rarity of criminal activity in this built-up area. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 385 residents, a statistic that highlights the relatively safe environment for local households. When compared to the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000, East Horsley's rate remains 65.3% below, a gap that suggests the area's socio-economic and geographical characteristics—such as its proximity to Guildford's urban core and its suburban residential layout—may contribute to lower exposure to crime. The population-scaled perspective further illustrates that even in a month with notable spikes in violent offences, the absolute number of incidents remains minimal for such a small community.