Ashtead Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

November 2023 in Ashtead, a built-up area within Mole Valley, saw a crime rate of 2.9 per 1,000 residents—61.3% below the UK average of 7.5. The area’s crime profile remained dominated by violence and sexual offences (27 incidents, 61.4% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (4 cases). This pattern aligns with the characteristics of a commuter-oriented, low-density built-up area, where domestic and interpersonal tensions may contribute to higher rates of violent crime compared to more densely populated urban centres. Seasonal factors, including the dark evenings of late November and the retail focus of Black Friday, likely influenced the mix of offences, though no direct correlation with specific events was evident in the data. Property crimes such as burglary and vehicle crime were significantly lower than UK averages, with vehicle crime dropping to 1 incident—a stark contrast to the national rate of 0.5 per 1,000. These figures suggest that Ashtead’s infrastructure, possibly including secure housing and limited high-traffic areas, may contribute to its lower property crime rates. The overall safety of the area, reflected in its 2.9 per 1,000 crime rate, positions it as one of the lowest-risk environments in the UK, though the rise in violent crime warrants ongoing monitoring.

November 2023 saw a sharp 68.8% rise in violence and sexual offences, increasing from 16 to 27 incidents. This surge, though still below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000, raises questions about local factors such as seasonal events like Bonfire Night or changes in community activity. Conversely, vehicle crime plummeted by 95.5%, dropping from 22 to 1, a dramatic shift that may reflect heightened awareness or targeted enforcement during the month. Anti-social behaviour remained low, at 0.3 per 1,000—71% below the UK average—suggesting effective community management or environmental design that deters such incidents. These contrasting trends highlight the combination of factors influencing crime patterns, with some areas of the crime profile showing resilience while others require closer attention.

Ashtead's November 2023 crime rate of 2.9 per 1,000 residents marks a 27.9% decrease from the previous month's 4.1, reflecting a continued downward trend. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 340 residents—a figure that contextualises the low frequency of incidents in a built-up area with a population of 14,966. Daily crime statistics show an average of one crime per day, a rate that remains markedly lower than the UK average. This consistency in low levels suggests that local factors, such as community engagement or policing strategies, may be contributing to sustained safety. The monthly exposure metric, while not directly comparable to national figures, underscores the rarity of crime in Ashtead relative to its size, reinforcing the area’s status as a relatively secure environment compared to broader UK trends.