East Horsley Crime Rate September 2024 | Monthly Statistics

East Horsley’s crime profile in September 2024 reflects a strikingly low overall rate of 1.7 crimes per 1,000 residents, placing it 77.9% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. The area’s built-up nature within Guildford, likely influenced by its suburban character and proximity to commuter routes, contributes to a crime mix dominated by property-related offences. Burglary accounted for 30% of all crimes, followed by vehicle crime (30%) and bicycle theft (20%). These figures align with patterns seen in similar low-density urban areas, where property crimes often outpace violent offences due to fewer densely populated zones. Seasonal factors in September—such as the return of students to nearby universities and the onset of shorter evenings—may have influenced activity levels, though the overall rate remains exceptionally low. The absence of violent crimes in this month’s tally, compared to the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000, highlights the area’s relative safety in this category. The sharp contrast between East Horsley’s crime profile and national averages suggests a combination of local policing effectiveness, community cohesion, and geographic factors that mitigate crime risks. This data underscores the importance of maintaining current strategies while remaining vigilant to seasonal shifts that could alter crime dynamics.

The most dramatic shift in September 2024 was the 100% increase in both burglary and vehicle crime compared to August, with each category rising from zero to three reported incidents. This jump, though small in absolute terms, signals a potential uptick in property-related vulnerabilities, possibly linked to increased foot traffic during the freshers’ period or unsecured vehicles in residential areas. Burglary in East Horsley now sits 61% above the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000, a stark deviation that may reflect the area’s higher proportion of detached homes or limited surveillance infrastructure. Conversely, violent crime remains 92% below the UK average, with only one incident reported—likely attributable to the area’s lower population density and effective community policing. Bicycle theft, at 344% above the UK average, highlights a specific risk for residents, tied to the local cycling infrastructure or the presence of university students. These figures provide actionable insights for residents, such as reinforcing home security measures and securing vehicles during peak university activity periods.

East Horsley’s September 2024 crime rate of 1.7 per 1,000 represents a 23.1% decline from August’s rate of 2.3, marking a downward trend in overall crime. On a daily basis, the area recorded an average of zero crimes per day over the month, a figure that underscores the rarity of incidents in this community. When scaled to the local population of 5,779, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for every 578 residents—a statistic that would be unusual even in the most secure urban areas. This low frequency is particularly notable when compared to the UK average, which sees 7.7 crimes per 1,000 residents. The previous month’s rate of 2.3 per 1,000 still places East Horsley significantly below the national benchmark, suggesting that local factors—such as effective policing, community engagement, or the area’s suburban character—play a consistent role in crime prevention. While the sharp rise in burglary and vehicle crime introduces a new challenge, the overall trajectory remains one of sustained safety, reinforcing the area’s reputation as a low-crime environment within a larger urban context.