Leatherhead Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominate Leatherhead's crime picture in December 2025, accounting for 39.6% of all reported incidents—a figure that is 36% above the UK average. This category alone contributes to the area's overall crime rate of 8.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 25.7% higher than the national average. The spike in violent crimes may be linked to the festive season's social dynamics, with dark evenings and increased public gatherings potentially creating conditions conducive to such offences. Shoplifting, at 15 incidents, remains a stark outlier, with its rate 111% above the UK average, likely driven by the area's retail presence and Christmas shopping activity. Anti-social behaviour, though lower than shoplifting, still exceeds the UK average by 3% and may reflect the challenges of managing public spaces during the holiday season. The data also highlights a mixed picture for property crimes: while burglary and criminal damage are above the UK average, vehicle crime and drugs-related offences fall below national levels. This suggests that Leatherhead's crime profile is shaped by its unique combination of urban retail areas, residential density, and seasonal rhythms. The seasonal context of December—marked by long evenings, holiday travel, and empty homes—may contribute to the observed patterns, though the exact interplay between these factors and crime trends remains to be fully understood.

December saw a dramatic 233.3% increase in other theft, rising from three to ten incidents—a sharp spike that may reflect seasonal shopping activity or targeted theft in retail zones. Possession of weapons doubled from one to two cases, a rise that, while small in absolute terms, could signal emerging patterns in local crime dynamics. Anti-social behaviour also surged by 83.3%, likely linked to the festive season's social gatherings and increased foot traffic in public spaces. Shoplifting remained 111% above the UK average, with 15 incidents reported, suggesting that the area's retail environment remains a focal point for such offences. Meanwhile, vehicle crime fell by 33.3% and drugs-related offences dropped by 50%, indicating a possible shift in criminal activity towards more immediate, high-impact crimes. For residents, the daily crime count of three incidents offers a tangible snapshot of the area's ongoing security challenges.

Leatherhead's crime rate in December 2025 rose to 8.8 per 1,000 residents, a 10.5% increase from November's 7.9 per 1,000. This places the area 25.7% above the UK average, a gap that has widened from previous months. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately three crimes per day, a figure that, while relatively low, reflects the concentrated nature of incidents in specific pockets. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 114 residents—a statistic that, while not alarmingly high, underscores the need for vigilance in areas where crime is more frequent. The population context shows that Leatherhead's 12,105 residents face a crime profile distinct from the UK average, with violent crimes and property offences forming a larger share of the total. This suggests that local factors, such as the area's retail and residential mix, may play a role in shaping crime patterns differently than in other parts of the country.