East Horsley Crime Rate August 2023 | Monthly Statistics

East Horsley’s crime profile in August 2023 reveals a distinct balance between violent and property-related offences, offering insight into the area’s broader social and environmental dynamics. The total crime rate of 2.1 per 1,000 residents—74.1% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000—positions East Horsley as one of the safest built-up areas in the country. This low rate is driven by a mix of crime types, with violence and sexual offences dominating at 41.7% of all reported crimes, followed by other theft and public order offences. The prominence of violent crime, despite the area’s relatively small population, may be influenced by factors such as the presence of local amenities and regular community interactions, which can both foster and challenge public safety. Seasonal context plays a role, as August is typically a peak holiday month, potentially increasing the risk of burglary in empty homes and altering patterns of public behaviour. However, the absence of significant spikes in property crime—despite seasonal factors—suggests effective community policing or strong residential cohesion. The UK average for violence and sexual offences is 2.6 per 1,000, meaning East Horsley’s rate is 66% lower, a disparity that may reflect the area’s suburban character, where crime is often more diffuse and less concentrated than in larger urban centres. This balance of crime types, combined with the area’s low overall rate, illustrates a community where violent incidents, though present, are not the dominant concern compared to national trends.

August 2023 saw notable shifts in crime types, with other theft, other crime, and possession of weapons each increasing by 100% compared to the previous month. This uptick in specific categories contrasts with the overall downward trend in total crime, suggesting a reallocation of criminal activity rather than an overall increase. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, contributing 41.7% of all crimes, and were 66% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. Other theft, though modest in number, was 37% below the UK average, highlighting a pattern of low-level property crime that is less frequent in East Horsley than nationally. The increase in possession of weapons, which was 186% above the UK average, warrants cautious attention. Residents may find the breakdown of violent crimes—primarily concentrated in public spaces—particularly relevant, as it aligns with the area’s character as a built-up suburb with regular foot traffic.

East Horsley’s August 2023 crime rate of 2.1 per 1,000 residents marked a 7.6% decline from July’s 2.3 per 1,000, reflecting a continuing downward trend. This figure translates to roughly 0 crimes per day on average, a statistic that underscores the area’s consistently low crime profile compared to national benchmarks. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 482 residents—a monthly exposure rate that places East Horsley well below the UK average. When contextualised against the local population of 5,779, this means that the likelihood of encountering crime in East Horsley is significantly lower than in most parts of the country. The area’s built-up nature within Guildford, combined with its relatively small population, likely contributes to this pattern, as urban density can both concentrate and mitigate crime depending on community engagement and policing strategies. These figures suggest that East Horsley remains a comparatively safe environment for residents, with crime levels that are consistently below the national average.