East Horsley Crime Rate September 2023 | Monthly Statistics

East Horsley’s crime rate in September 2023 stood at 4.7 per 1,000 residents, 41.2% below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. This figure reflects a relatively low incidence of crime in a built-up area within Guildford, a town characterised by a mix of residential and commercial zones. The top crime types were violence and sexual offences (33.3% of all incidents), followed by anti-social behaviour (14.8%) and public order offences (11.1%). These patterns align with the area’s seasonal context, as September marks the return to school and university freshers’ week, which may contribute to increased social activity and associated incidents. The crime rate, though lower than the UK average, shows a marked increase from the previous month, suggesting that local factors such as the timing of academic terms or changes in community behaviour could influence crime trends. The relatively low rates of property crime compared to violent crime may indicate that East Horsley’s urban environment, while not immune to crime, benefits from community-focused policing and a generally stable residential profile. Seasonal transitions, such as the shift from summer to autumn, may also play a role in shaping these patterns, as evenings grow darker and social interactions move indoors. This data underscores the importance of contextualising crime statistics within both local and national frameworks to avoid overgeneralisation.

The most dramatic month-on-month shift in September 2023 was the 300% increase in anti-social behaviour, which rose from one incident to four. This surge, coupled with 100% increases in shoplifting and bicycle theft, points to a significant change in local crime dynamics. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 33.3% of all reported crimes, a rate 42% below the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000. Vehicle crime remained slightly above the UK average, though this category saw no month-on-month change. The rise in bicycle theft, now 100% above the UK average, may reflect increased cycling activity as university term began, a pattern consistent with seasonal transitions. Residents should be aware that while East Horsley’s overall crime rate remains well below national levels, targeted increases in specific categories warrant attention.

East Horsley’s crime rate in September 2023 rose by 124.5% compared to the previous month, climbing from 2.1 to 4.7 per 1,000 residents. This increase, while significant, remains 41.2% below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly one crime per day over the 30-day period, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents for local residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 214 residents, highlighting the relatively low frequency of incidents in a community of 5,779 people. This monthly exposure rate, though modest, underscores the importance of maintaining vigilance during periods of seasonal transition, such as the return to school and university term start in September. The population context further reinforces that East Horsley’s crime profile remains markedly safer than the UK average, even as local fluctuations occur.