Ashtead Crime Rate August 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Ashtead, 3.1 crimes were reported in August 2024 — a figure 62.2% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. This translates to a daily risk of approximately 1 crime per 31 days, or roughly one in every 325 residents experiencing a reported incident over the course of the month. The area’s crime profile in August highlights a distinct mix of offences, with violence and sexual offences (14 cases) comprising 30.4% of all crimes, followed by public order violations (11 cases) at 23.9% and anti-social behaviour (6 cases) at 13.0%. These figures align with Ashtead’s character as a built-up area within Mole Valley, where community-focused policing and lower population density may contribute to comparatively lower overall crime rates. Seasonal factors also appear to influence patterns: August, a peak holiday month, typically sees increased tourism and temporary occupancy of properties, which could heighten burglary risk. However, the data shows only one burglary report this month, suggesting that local security measures or the area’s compact layout may mitigate such risks. The dominance of violence and sexual offences over property crimes contrasts with broader UK trends, where property crimes often outnumber violent crimes. This discrepancy may reflect Ashtead’s demographic profile — a mix of established residential communities and smaller commercial hubs — where interpersonal disputes and public order issues are more prevalent than theft or vehicle-related crimes. The low rate of shoplifting (6.5% of total crimes) further supports the notion that Ashtead’s retail environment, likely smaller in scale than major urban centres, experiences fewer opportunities for such offences.

August 2024 saw notable fluctuations in specific crime categories. Public order offences surged by 83.3% compared to July, rising from 6 to 11 cases — a shift that may reflect increased foot traffic during the summer holiday season or heightened enforcement activity. Other crime and other theft categories both doubled from zero to two incidents, indicating either newly emerging patterns or reporting anomalies. Conversely, vehicle crime fell by 44.4% (from 9 to 5 cases), possibly due to reduced summer driving activity or improved vehicle security measures. Burglary also declined by 50.0%, with only one report this month compared to two in July, a trend consistent with the broader UK pattern of lower burglary rates during peak holiday periods when properties are more likely to be unoccupied. Violence and sexual offences remained the most significant category, but their rate (0.9 per 1,000) was 67% below the UK average, suggesting that Ashtead’s community policing or social cohesion efforts may be particularly effective in addressing violent crime. Anti-social behaviour, at 0.4 per 1,000, was 72% below the UK average, reinforcing the area’s relatively low levels of disruptive activity. These variations highlight the importance of local context in interpreting crime statistics, as national averages often mask regional differences shaped by geography, population density, and community initiatives.

Ashtead’s crime rate in August 2024 remained stable compared to July, with a 2.0% increase from 3.0 to 3.1 per 1,000 residents — a negligible change that suggests consistent policing or community engagement efforts. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly one reported crime per day, a frequency that, while not insignificant, is far below the UK average. Over the course of the month, the likelihood of a resident encountering a crime was approximately 1 in 325, a figure that contextualises the area’s safety in tangible terms. This monthly exposure rate is particularly striking when compared to the UK average, where the equivalent figure would be significantly higher. Ashtead’s population of 14,966 means that each resident faces a proportionally lower risk of being directly affected by crime, a trend that aligns with the area’s status as a built-up but relatively low-density community. The stability in crime rates also indicates that local factors — such as the presence of community policing, the layout of residential areas, or the character of public spaces — may be effectively moderating crime trends. While the daily crime count offers a snapshot of immediate risk, the monthly exposure figure provides a broader perspective, showing that even with occasional incidents, the overall likelihood of personal involvement in crime remains low. This balance between statistical rarity and local awareness underscores the importance of maintaining community vigilance while recognising the broader safety context.