Leatherhead Crime Rate September 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Leatherhead's September 2024 crime rate of 6.6 per 1,000 residents places it 14.3% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences (31 incidents, 38.8% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (15 incidents, 18.8%) and other theft (8 incidents, 10.0%). This built-up area within Mole Valley exhibits a distinct crime profile shaped by its commuter town character, with retail hubs and public spaces likely influencing the prominence of violent and anti-social incidents. Seasonal factors in September—such as the resumption of school terms and the transition to shorter evenings—may contribute to the 38.8% share of violent crimes, though this remains consistent with year-round patterns in similar areas. Anti-social behaviour and other theft categories exceed UK averages by 3% and 32% respectively, potentially reflecting local demographics or environmental factors. Meanwhile, vehicle crime and burglary rates are significantly lower than national averages (78% and 68% below), suggesting effective policing or fewer opportunities for such crimes in this area. The overall crime rate, while lower than the UK average, shows a 22.3% decline from August 2024, indicating a possible stabilisation in local crime trends as the area navigates seasonal transitions.

The most dramatic month-on-month change occurred in criminal damage and arson, which surged by 200% from 2 to 6 incidents. This spike contrasts sharply with the 80% decline in vehicle crime (5 to 1) and 54.5% drop in public order offences (11 to 5). The shift in crime mix reveals a 38.8% share of violent crimes, the highest category, while property crimes accounted for 30% (24 incidents). Anti-social behaviour (15 incidents) exceeded the UK average by 3%, despite an 18.8% share of total crimes. Other theft (8 incidents) and shoplifting (8 incidents) both outpaced national rates by 32% and 3% respectively, reflecting potential vulnerabilities in retail areas. The 14.3% overall rate remains 14.3% below the UK average, underscoring Leatherhead's consistently lower crime profile compared to national benchmarks.

Leatherhead's crime rate in September 2024 (6.6 per 1,000 residents) marks a 22.3% decrease from the previous month's 8.5 per 1,000, reflecting a notable shift in local crime dynamics. This reduction aligns with a daily average of three reported crimes, translating to one incident for every 151 residents over the course of the month. While the overall rate remains 14.3% below the UK average, the population-scaled perspective highlights a consistent trend of lower-than-national crime levels in this built-up area. The drop in vehicle crime (from 5 to 1) and public order offences (from 11 to 5) suggests seasonal factors may be influencing behaviour, particularly as September transitions into autumn and school terms resume. However, the sharp rise in criminal damage and arson (+200%) indicates a specific, localized issue warranting further attention.