Great Bookham and Fetcham Crime Rate March 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Great Bookham and Fetcham, a built-up area within Mole Valley, recorded a crime rate of 3.4 per 1,000 residents in March 2023—a figure that places it 55.3% below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. This stark contrast to the national picture underscores the area's relative safety, a trend consistent with its rural-adjacent character and lower population density. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 36.4% of all reported incidents, followed by public order offences (15.6%) and anti-social behaviour (9.1%). These figures suggest a focus on interpersonal conflicts and disorderly conduct, which may be influenced by local social dynamics or seasonal factors. The transition to spring in March, with longer evenings and the change in clocks, could have played a role in shaping crime patterns. For instance, the increase in daylight hours may have encouraged more outdoor activity, contributing to public order issues. However, the absence of a significant rise in property crimes—such as burglary or vehicle crime—indicates that the area's infrastructure and community engagement may act as deterrents. The low rate of theft from the person (0.0 per 1,000) further reinforces the perception of a safer environment, due to the area's lower foot traffic and more controlled public spaces. While direct causal links, the combination of geographical factors and community-focused policing likely contributes to the area's lower crime rates compared to the UK average.

March 2023 saw a notable shift in the crime mix, with violent crimes making up 36.4% of total incidents—slightly higher than property crimes (31.2%). This balance contrasts with some months where property crimes dominate, suggesting seasonal or situational influences. Violence and sexual offences in the area stood at 1.3 per 1,000, a figure 53% below the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000. This gap highlights the area's effectiveness in managing violent crime, potentially linked to its quieter, more community-focused environment. Public order offences also fell 22% below the UK average, at 0.5 per 1,000, a statistic that may reflect local policing priorities or the area's demographic profile. Residents might find the low rate of theft from the person (0.0 per 1,000) particularly reassuring, as it suggests minimal opportunistic crime in public spaces.

In March 2023, the crime rate for Great Bookham and Fetcham stood at 3.4 per 1,000 residents, a figure that contrasts sharply with the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. This represents a 55.3% deficit relative to the national benchmark, underscoring the area's comparatively safer environment. Over the course of the month, 77 crimes were reported, averaging roughly two incidents per day. This daily figure, while low, reflects the area's consistent trend of maintaining crime levels below the national average. When viewed through the lens of population, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for every 291 residents. This statistic, while seemingly abstract, provides a tangible sense of the frequency of incidents experienced by local residents. The area's lower crime rates may be partly explained by its rural-adjacent character within Mole Valley, where community cohesion and lower population density could contribute to reduced opportunities for certain types of crime. However, this remains a tentative observation, as direct causal links.