Mole Valley Crime Rate April 2023 | Monthly Statistics

In April 2023, Mole Valley’s crime rate stood at 4.6 per 1,000 residents, placing it 38.7% below the UK average of 7.5. This per-capita perspective translates to a 1-in-216 chance of a resident experiencing a reported crime over the course of the month, a figure that contextualises the risk in everyday terms. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (32.2% of all incidents), followed by anti-social behaviour (18.1%) and public order offences (9.5%). These patterns align with the area’s character as a largely rural district with a mix of commuter and local populations, where public order issues may arise from seasonal gatherings or local events. The lower-than-average rates for most categories suggest a combination of geographic factors and community dynamics that contribute to the area’s relatively safe environment. For instance, the 42% gap between Mole Valley’s violence and sexual offence rate (1.5 per 1,000) and the UK average (2.6 per 1,000) may reflect the district’s lower population density and the influence of local policing strategies. However, the seasonal context of April—marked by Easter and the transition to spring—may have influenced crime patterns, with increased outdoor activity contributing to a rise in public order issues. While direct links, the interplay between these factors likely shapes the crime picture in ways that are distinct from more densely populated regions.

April 2023 saw notable shifts in crime patterns within Mole Valley, with bicycle theft rising by 66.7% (3 to 5 incidents) and drug-related crimes increasing by 50% (6 to 9). These changes contrast with declines in robbery (-60%, 5 to 2) and vehicle crime (-38.1%, 21 to 13). The balance between property and violent crimes also shifted, with violence and sexual offences remaining the most prevalent category at 32.2% of total crimes. This category alone is 42% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000, a gap that reflects the district’s broader trend of lower-than-national rates for most crime types. Anti-social behaviour, the second most common category, was 32% below the UK average, while public order offences fell 38% short of the national benchmark. These figures suggest that Mole Valley’s crime profile is characterised by lower levels of severe incidents, though the rise in bicycle theft may warrant local scrutiny, particularly as springtime outdoor activity increases.

Mole Valley's crime rate in April 2023 fell to 4.6 per 1,000 residents, marking an 8.2% decrease from the previous month's rate of 5.0. This decline aligns with broader trends observed in the area’s crime statistics, which consistently show lower-than-average rates for most categories. On a daily basis, the district recorded an average of 14 crimes per day in April, a figure that contextualises the risk for residents in practical terms. When considering the population scale, the monthly exposure to crime translates to one reported incident for roughly every 216 residents—a statistic that underscores the relatively low likelihood of encountering crime in this area. This comparison to the UK average, which stands at 7.5 per 1,000, further highlights Mole Valley’s position as a safer locality, particularly in categories such as violence and sexual offences, which are 42% below the national benchmark. The consistent gap between local and UK rates may partly explain the area’s reputation for lower levels of criminal activity, though seasonal and geographic factors likely contribute to this trend.