Ashtead Crime Rate October 2024 | Monthly Statistics

October 2024 saw a striking anomaly in Ashtead’s crime profile: a 16% increase in violent crimes, despite the area remaining 70.4% below the UK average. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 44.4% of all crimes reported, with 16 incidents recorded—1.1 per 1,000 residents, 59% below the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000. This category’s dominance contrasts with the national trend, where violent crime typically constitutes 59% of all reported incidents. The seasonal shift to darker evenings and the proximity of Halloween may have contributed to heightened visibility of such crimes, though the area’s low overall rate suggests effective local policing or community cohesion. Property crimes, including burglary and other theft, comprised 30.6% of the total, with burglary rising sharply from 2 to 6 incidents—a 200% increase. This spike contrasts with the UK average burglary rate of 0.3 per 1,000, though Ashtead’s figure (0.4 per 1,000) remains 21% above. The data also reveals a notable reduction in anti-social behaviour and public order offences, which fell by 66.7% and 50% respectively compared to September. These decreases may reflect seasonal patterns, as shorter days and reduced social gatherings in October could dampen incidents typically linked to alcohol-fueled disputes. Ashtead’s crime rate of 2.4 per 1,000 underscores its status as a relatively safe built-up area within Mole Valley, where rural characteristics likely temper urban crime pressures.

October 2024 marked a 200% increase in burglary, with six incidents reported compared to two in September. This surge, though still below the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000 (Ashtead’s rate was 0.4 per 1,000), raises questions about local vulnerabilities, particularly in residential areas. Simultaneously, other theft and drug-related crimes both doubled from zero to four and two incidents respectively, indicating emerging patterns that warrant attention. Anti-social behaviour and public order offences saw significant declines, with the former falling by two-thirds and the latter by half—possibly linked to reduced social activity during the month. Violent crimes, while rising to 16 incidents (44.4% of total crimes), remained 59% below the UK average for this category. This divergence highlights Ashtead’s unique profile, where community-focused initiatives may mitigate violence despite national trends. For residents, the sharp rise in burglary underscores the importance of securing valuables, particularly as October’s darker evenings may increase opportunities for such crimes.

Ashtead’s crime rate of 2.4 per 1,000 in October 2024 represents a 33.9% increase from September’s 1.8 per 1,000.4% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the area recorded one crime for every 31 days, translating to roughly one incident per day—a frequency far lower than the UK’s average of 2.6 per day. Over the course of the month, 1 crime occurred for every 416 residents, a figure that, while not directly comparable to UK-wide metrics, illustrates the relatively low risk faced by Ashtead’s population. This monthly exposure is significantly lower than the UK’s average of 1-in-123 residents, reflecting the area’s rural-urban hybrid character within Mole Valley. The population of 14,966 further contextualises the scale: even with the 33.9% monthly increase, the absolute number of crimes (36) remains minimal. These figures suggest that Ashtead’s crime profile is shaped by its status as a built-up area within a largely rural district, where community networks and policing may effectively suppress crime despite seasonal fluctuations. The contrast with the UK’s higher rates underscores the importance of local factors, such as Ashtead’s proximity to natural barriers or the influence of Mole Valley’s broader socio-economic profile.