Mole Valley Crime Rate April 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Mole Valley, 5.9 crimes were reported in April 2024—a figure 23.4% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This rate, while showing an 11.0% increase from March, remains significantly lower than national benchmarks, reflecting the district's suburban character and lower population density. The most prevalent crimes were violence and sexual offences (30.9% of all incidents), anti-social behaviour (15.9%), and shoplifting (12.0%), with the latter category slightly exceeding the UK average by 4%. The seasonal context of April—marked by Easter celebrations and warmer spring weather—may have influenced patterns, as increased outdoor activity could partly explain the 30.9% share of violent crimes. Property crimes accounted for 39.4% of all incidents (208 out of 527), while violent crimes comprised 30.9%, indicating a balance between property and personal safety concerns. The relatively low rate of burglary (0.3 per 1,000) and criminal damage (0.3 per 1,000) further underscores the area's generally low-risk profile, though the 200% rise in bicycle theft raises questions about localized factors such as increased cycling during the spring season or vulnerabilities in secure storage options. This data suggests that while Mole Valley remains a relatively safe place to live, targeted awareness around emerging trends like bicycle theft and drug-related crimes could help maintain this positive trajectory.

April saw dramatic spikes in bicycle theft (+200%) and theft from the person (+200%), with both crimes rising from 2 to 6 and 1 to 3 respectively. These increases may partly explain the 11% monthly rise in overall crime, though the district remains well below the UK average. Violent crime rates in Mole Valley (1.8 per 1,000) are 30% below the UK's 2.6 per 1,000, a gap consistent with the area's lower population density and suburban character. The sharp rise in drug-related crimes (+140%) contrasts with a 23% decline in 'other crime' categories, suggesting shifting priorities among offenders. For residents, the 200% increase in bicycle theft—now at 6 incidents—may prompt renewed focus on securing personal property in outdoor areas, particularly during the Easter holiday period when foot traffic increases.

Mole Valley's crime rate in April 2024 rose 11.0% from March's 5.4 per 1,000 to 5.9 per 1,000, marking a slight upward trend. This increase, though modest, translates to roughly 18 crimes reported daily across the district—equivalent to one incident for every 168 residents over the course of the month. While the rate remains 23.4% below the UK average, the shift in crime distribution deserves closer attention. The rise in drug-related crimes (up 140%) and bicycle theft (up 200%) contrasts with declines in other crime categories, suggesting evolving patterns that may reflect seasonal activity or localized factors. When viewed through a population-scaled lens, the 5.9 rate means a resident has a 0.59% chance of being directly affected by crime this month, a figure that remains lower than the UK's 0.77% average. This context helps residents gauge risk in relation to both national trends and local conditions.