Mole Valley Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In October 2025, Mole Valley maintained a crime rate of 5.6 per 1,000 residents, placing it 27.3% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This figure reflects a consistently lower crime profile compared to national benchmarks, a trend that has likely been reinforced by the area's characteristics. The local crime picture is dominated by violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 34.1% of all reported crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour at 16.0% and public order offences at 10.5%. These patterns align with Mole Valley's status as a mixed rural-urban district, where community-focused policing and the presence of local amenities may contribute to lower rates of property crime. Seasonal factors in October, such as the end of the summer season and the transition to darker evenings, could influence crime dynamics, particularly for offences like bicycle theft and anti-social behaviour. The UK average for violence and sexual offences is 2.7 per 1,000, but Mole Valley's rate of 1.9 per 1,000 indicates a notable gap, reflecting effective local interventions or demographic factors such as a lower proportion of younger residents. While property crimes like shoplifting and burglary remained below UK averages, the overall balance between violent and property crime suggests a relatively stable security environment, though the sharp rise in bicycle theft in October highlights the need for targeted measures during the autumn months.

The most dramatic month-on-month change in October 2025 was a 500% increase in bicycle theft, rising from one incident in September to six in October. This sharp rise may be linked to seasonal factors such as Halloween and the transition to darker evenings, which could have increased opportunities for theft in less-lit areas. Alongside this, robbery and possession of weapons both doubled compared to the previous month, though these remain low-frequency crimes. Conversely, anti-social behaviour fell by 16.8%, reflecting the impact of local community efforts or the quieter nature of the month. Violence and sexual offences remained 29% below the UK average, at 1.9 per 1,000 residents. The drop in shoplifting by 8.8% may indicate effective retail security measures or a seasonal lull in opportunistic theft. For residents, the 500% spike in bicycle theft serves as a clear reminder to secure bikes, particularly in areas with high foot traffic or during evening hours.

Mole Valley's crime rate remained stable at 5.6 per 1,000 residents in October 2025, matching the previous month's figure. This consistency suggests no significant shift in overall criminal activity. On a daily basis, 16 crimes were reported over the 31 days, translating to roughly one crime for every 179 residents during the month. This monthly exposure figure provides context for residents, illustrating that while crime is present, it remains relatively low compared to the UK average. The population of 88,709 further scales these numbers, showing that the rate of 5.6 per 1,000 is a manageable figure for a community of this size. When compared to the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000, Mole Valley's performance highlights a consistent trend of lower-than-average crime levels, a pattern that has likely been reinforced by local initiatives or geographic factors such as its rural-urban mix and strong community engagement.