Great Bookham and Fetcham Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Great Bookham and Fetcham, 3.9 crimes were reported in November 2024, a rate 48.7% below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. This figure translates to a personal risk of approximately 1 in 258 residents encountering a crime over the course of the month. The most common crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 35.6% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (13.8%) and shoplifting (12.6%). These patterns may reflect the area’s character as a built-up residential zone within Mole Valley, where local amenities and seasonal events intersect with crime dynamics. The rise in shoplifting during November aligns with the timing of Black Friday, a period when retail areas typically see heightened activity. Meanwhile, the relatively low rate of violence and sexual offences could be attributed to the area’s smaller scale and lower population density compared to larger urban centres. Anti-social behaviour, while still a concern, remains 55% below the UK average, suggesting that local initiatives or community cohesion may be playing a role in mitigating such incidents. The seasonal context of November—marked by Bonfire Night, shorter daylight hours, and the start of holiday shopping—likely influenced both the types and frequencies of reported crimes. While the overall rate remained stable compared to the previous month, the interplay between local factors and national trends continues to shape the area’s crime profile in ways that require careful analysis.

November saw a striking 175% increase in shoplifting cases, rising from 4 to 11 incidents. This surge aligns with the timing of Black Friday sales, which likely drew more foot traffic to local retailers. Conversely, violence and sexual offences decreased by 22.5%, from 40 to 31, possibly reflecting the end of the academic term or reduced public activity during darker evenings. Anti-social behaviour also rose by 33.3%, from 9 to 12 cases, a trend that may be linked to seasonal gatherings or increased alcohol consumption during Bonfire Night. The area’s violence rate of 1.4 per 1,000 is 46% below the UK average, and anti-social behaviour at 0.5 per 1,000 is 55% below the national figure. These disparities suggest that local community dynamics and policing efforts may be effectively mitigating certain crime types. For residents, the 175% jump in shoplifting highlights the need for vigilance during peak retail periods, particularly in high-traffic areas.

The crime rate in Great Bookham and Fetcham remained stable at 3.9 per 1,000 residents in November 2024, matching the previous month’s figure. This consistency suggests no major shifts in local crime patterns, though seasonal factors such as dark evenings and Black Friday shopping may have influenced specific types of crime. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly 3 crimes per day, a figure that contextualises the overall rate as relatively low compared to other regions. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 258 residents, a ratio that underscores the area’s safety relative to the UK average. With a population of 22,408, this means fewer than 1% of residents experienced a crime in November. The stability of the rate contrasts with the UK’s average of 7.6 per 1,000, highlighting the area’s continued position as a safer place to live. This monthly exposure figure is particularly useful for residents assessing their personal risk, as it reflects the likelihood of encountering crime in a given period without overemphasising isolated incidents.