East Horsley Crime Rate May 2024 | Monthly Statistics

East Horsley's crime rate in May 2024 stood at 3.1 per 1,000 residents, placing it 63.1% below the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000. This stark contrast underscores the area's generally low crime profile, a characteristic consistent with its semi-rural setting within the larger Guildford borough. The most common offences were violence and sexual offences (6 cases, 33.3% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (5 cases, 27.8%) and public order offences (3 cases, 16.7%). These figures align with the area's likely mix of residential properties and limited commercial activity, which may reduce opportunities for more complex crimes. Seasonal factors, including longer evenings and the start of the summer social season, may have contributed to the rise in anti-social behaviour and public order offences. However, the area's low population density and the presence of green spaces could also explain the relatively low rates of property crime. The UK comparison highlights East Horsley's position as a safer-than-average location, though the small number of incidents means fluctuations can appear more pronounced. Bicycle theft—though only one incident—exceeded the UK average by 150%, a figure that may reflect a temporary increase in cycling activity, such as during a local event or due to warmer weather.

May 2024 saw a dramatic 400% increase in anti-social behaviour, rising from one incident to five. This surge, combined with a 100% rise in vehicle crime and a 100% increase in 'other crime', highlights a shift in the crime mix. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, accounting for 33.3% of all incidents, though still 65% below the UK average. Bicycle theft, meanwhile, exceeded the UK average by 150%, with one reported case in May. This anomaly may reflect seasonal factors, such as increased cycling during warmer weather, though the small number of incidents limits definitive conclusions. For residents, the sharp rise in anti-social behaviour—now the most common crime—may warrant heightened awareness in public spaces, particularly during evenings.

East Horsley's crime rate in May 2024 rose to 3.1 per 1,000 residents, a 49.5% increase from the previous month's 2.1 per 1,000. This upward trend, though still far below the UK average, suggests a shift in local patterns. On a daily basis, the area recorded an average of one crime per day over the 31-day period, a figure that, while low, reflects the small population of 5,779 residents. When scaled to the monthly exposure, this equates to one reported crime for every 321 residents, a statistic that underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents in this built-up area. The population size, combined with the area's character as a semi-rural suburb within Guildford, likely contributes to the lower crime density compared to larger urban centres. However, the month-on-month rise may partly reflect seasonal factors, such as increased socialising during longer evenings, which could temporarily elevate certain types of offences.