Ashtead Crime Rate May 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Ashtead’s crime rate in May 2025 stood at 4.4 per 1,000, 45.7% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This figure, though modest, masks a striking anomaly: drugs-related offences accounted for 40.9% of all crimes, 543% above the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000. This outlier category, which rose sharply by 237.5% from April, dominated the month’s crime profile. The breakdown of crimes shows a mixed picture, with violent offences (16 cases) and anti-social behaviour (8 cases) also contributing significantly. However, these categories remain well below UK averages, with violent crime 61% lower and anti-social behaviour 65% lower than national rates. Seasonal factors likely influenced these trends, as May’s extended evenings and bank holidays increased opportunities for outdoor drinking and socialising, potentially contributing to spikes in drugs and shoplifting. Conversely, public order offences fell by two-thirds compared to April, reflecting reduced incidents of disorder during the month. Ashtead’s overall safety remains evident, with property crimes (13 cases) and violent crimes (16 cases) combined accounting for less than half of all reported crimes. The area’s low crime rate, particularly in categories like burglary and vehicle crime (both 29% below UK averages), aligns with its character as a largely residential, low-density built-up area within Mole Valley. While the surge in drugs-related offences warrants attention, the broader trend of lower-than-average crime rates suggests that Ashtead continues to be a relatively secure place to live, with most residents encountering minimal risk of victimisation.

The most striking shift in May 2025 was the 237.5% increase in drugs-related offences, rising from 8 to 27 cases. This category alone accounted for 40.9% of all crimes, far exceeding the UK average by 543%. Such a sharp rise may partly explain the overall 40.4% month-on-month increase in Ashtead’s crime rate. Theft from the person and shoplifting both doubled compared to April, with 1 and 4 incidents respectively, highlighting vulnerabilities in public spaces during May’s longer evenings. Conversely, public order offences fell by two-thirds, possibly due to reduced outdoor gatherings or improved policing focus. The contrast between Ashtead’s violent crime rate (1.1 per 1,000) and the UK average (2.8 per 1,000) illustrates the area’s relative safety, with violent crime 61% below the national figure. These trends suggest that while some crime types are spiking, others are declining, reflecting complex local patterns.

Ashtead’s crime rate in May 2025 rose by 40.4% compared to April’s 3.1 per 1,000, reaching 4.4 per 1,000. This increase, while notable, remains 45.7% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. Locally, this translates to approximately 2 crimes reported daily across Ashtead’s 14,966 residents. Over the course of May, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 227 residents, a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure for households. The population-scaled perspective highlights that Ashtead’s residents face a significantly lower risk of crime compared to the UK average, with 45.7% fewer crimes per 1,000 people. However, the 40.4% month-on-month increase suggests a shift in local dynamics, possibly linked to seasonal factors such as extended evenings and increased socialising during May’s bank holidays. This contrast between the area’s overall safety and the recent rise underscores the need to examine specific crime categories for deeper insight.