Ashtead Crime Rate July 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Ashtead's July 2024 crime rate of 3.0 per 1,000 residents places it 64.3% below the UK average of 8.4, reflecting a consistently low crime profile for this built-up area within Mole Valley. The most prevalent crime types were violence and sexual offences (28.9% of all reported incidents), vehicle crime (20.0%), and public order offences (13.3%). These figures contrast sharply with UK averages, where violence and sexual offences occur at 2.9 per 1,000 (68% below Ashtead's rate) and vehicle crime stands at 0.5 per 1,000 (30% below). The seasonal context of July—a peak summer month with schools out, tourism at its height, and festivals in full swing—likely contributes to the elevated levels of public order and violent crime. While the area's lower population density and suburban character may naturally temper crime rates, the sharp increase in violent incidents this month suggests a need for heightened awareness during summer events. The breakdown shows a notable shift in crime mix compared to other months, with property crimes (19 incidents) accounting for just over 42% of all reports, compared to 28% for violent crimes. This balance may reflect the area's mix of residential properties and limited commercial activity, though the spike in violence and sexual offences this month deviates from typical seasonal patterns. Local authorities may need to monitor festival-related activity and ensure adequate policing during peak summer events to address the anomaly in violent crime rates.

July 2024 saw alarming increases in several crime categories, with violence and sexual offences surging by 160% compared to June (5 to 13 incidents). This sharp rise, coupled with a 125% increase in vehicle crime (4 to 9 incidents) and a 100% jump in public order offences (3 to 6 incidents), signals a troubling shift in Ashtead's crime profile. While anti-social behaviour decreased by 45.5% (from 11 to 6 incidents), the overall rise in violent and public order crimes contrasts with the area's historically low crime rates. Violence and sexual offences in Ashtead (0.9 per 1,000) remain 68% below the UK average (2.9 per 1,000), but the month-on-month increase raises concerns about localized factors such as increased foot traffic during festivals or the absence of school supervision. Vehicle crime in Ashtead (0.6 per 1,000) exceeds the UK average by 30%, a discrepancy that may be explained by the area's proximity to major roads or the presence of unsecured vehicles during summer events. Residents should be particularly vigilant in areas with high festival attendance, where public order incidents have doubled compared to June. The data also reveals a significant underreporting of anti-social behaviour, with Ashtead's rate (0.4 per 1,000) 72% below the UK average (1.4 per 1,000), though this may reflect community reluctance to report minor incidents rather than an absence of such behaviour. These findings underscore the need for targeted policing during peak summer months.

Ashtead's July 2024 crime rate of 3.0 per 1,000 residents marks a 28.6% increase from June's 2.3 per 1,000, a rise that, while significant, remains well below the UK average. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one crime per day in July, a figure that aligns with the low overall rate but highlights the need for vigilance during peak activity periods. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 333 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is lower than many comparable areas. This statistic, however, must be contextualized within the area's population of 14,966 and its built-up character within Mole Valley. The previous month's rate of 2.3 per 1,000 provides a useful benchmark for understanding the upward trend in July. Residents should consider that while the overall rate is low, the concentrated increase in violent and public order crimes may affect specific neighbourhoods or events. The daily crime context—1 incident per day—may seem manageable, but the 28.6% month-on-month increase suggests that localized factors, such as summer festivals or increased tourism, could be amplifying crime risks. When viewed through a population-scaled lens, the 1-in-333 figure illustrates the rarity of crime in Ashtead, but it also underscores the importance of maintaining community awareness during months with heightened activity.