Ashtead Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Ashtead’s crime rate in June 2024 stood at 2.3 per 1,000 residents, a figure that is 72% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. This stark contrast underscores the area’s relatively secure environment, particularly when compared to larger urban centres. The most common crime category was anti-social behaviour, accounting for 31.4% of all reported incidents, followed by violence and sexual offences (14.3%) and shoplifting (14.3%). These patterns align with the character of Ashtead as a built-up area within Mole Valley, where community interactions and local amenities may contribute to higher reports of anti-social conduct. The seasonal context of June—marking the start of summer—likely influenced some trends, with longer daylight hours potentially reducing opportunities for certain crimes while increasing foot traffic in retail and public spaces. However, the data also shows that property crimes, including shoplifting and vehicle crime, remained significantly below UK averages, suggesting effective local policing or environmental factors that deter such offences. The overall low crime rate, combined with the absence of major spikes in violent crime, illustrates a community that, while not immune to minor incidents, enjoys a markedly safer profile than the national average. This stability may be reinforced by factors such as local initiatives, community engagement, or the area’s geographical and demographic characteristics, which warrant further exploration to understand their role in maintaining low crime levels.

June 2024 saw a 400% increase in shoplifting, rising from one to five incidents, and a 300% surge in vehicle crime, which climbed from one to four. These spikes, though still below UK averages (shoplifting: 52% below, vehicle crime: 33% below), suggest heightened activity in retail or parking areas during summer. Conversely, violence and sexual offences fell by 64.3%, dropping from 14 to five, a shift that may reflect seasonal changes, such as reduced public gatherings or increased community vigilance. Anti-social behaviour remained the most prevalent category (31.4% of total crimes), with a rate of 0.7 per 1,000—50% below the UK average. This highlights a persistent challenge in managing disruptive conduct, even as overall crime declines. Residents may find the 100% increase in bicycle theft (from zero to one incident) concerning, as this category is the only one in Ashtead to exceed the UK average (11% above). Such trends warrant closer attention to local hotspots, particularly in areas with high foot traffic or unsecured bike storage.

Ashtead's crime rate in June 2024 (2.3 per 1,000 residents) marks a 10.3% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 2.6 per 1,000, reflecting a continued downward trend. This reduction aligns with broader patterns observed in similar built-up areas within Mole Valley, where seasonal transitions often influence local crime dynamics. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately one crime per day in June, a figure that underscores the relatively low level of criminal activity compared to larger urban centres. When scaled to the population, the monthly exposure rate of 1-in-428 residents highlights the rarity of crime in Ashtead, placing it well below the UK average. This context is critical for residents, as it suggests a safer environment relative to national benchmarks, though localised factors such as community engagement and policing strategies may contribute to this trend. The data also indicates that the area’s crime profile remains heavily skewed towards non-violent offences, which may reflect the character of Ashtead as a mixed-use residential and commercial hub.