Banstead Crime Rate October 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Banstead’s crime rate in October 2024 stood at 6.0 per 1,000 residents, marking a 25.9% reduction compared to the UK average of 8.1. This performance reflects a consistent pattern of lower-than-national crime levels, which may partly explain the area’s reputation as a relatively quiet commuter suburb within Reigate and Banstead. The most common crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 34% of total incidents, followed by public order (18%) and shoplifting (14%). These figures align with the area’s character as a low-density built-up zone where community policing efforts and local initiatives may contribute to reduced property crime. However, the seasonal context of October—marked by darker evenings and Halloween—may have influenced the rise in public order offences, which saw a 28.6% increase compared to September. While violence and sexual offences remain the most prevalent category, their rate of 2.0 per 1,000 is 25% below the UK average, suggesting effective local interventions or demographic factors such as a lower proportion of high-risk populations. The overall crime rate remains well below national levels, though the seasonal shift in crime types highlights the need for targeted strategies during periods of increased public activity.

October 2024 saw a marked decline in burglary, with an 80% reduction from September’s 5 incidents to just 1. This sharp decrease may reflect heightened community vigilance or improved security measures in residential areas. Conversely, public order offences rose by 28.6%, climbing from 7 to 9 cases. This increase, which is 96% above the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000, may be linked to Halloween-related disruptions and the impact of darker evenings on local events. Other notable changes include a 53.3% drop in shoplifting, due to seasonal retail patterns or effective policing during peak shopping periods. However, two categories—other crime and possession of weapons—saw 100% increases from zero to one incident each. The balance between property and violent crime also shifted, with violent offences (17 cases) slightly outpacing property crimes (16 cases), a contrast to earlier months. For residents, the most immediate insight is the 80% reduction in burglary, which could be attributed to improved lighting in key areas or a local initiative to distribute door alarms. These trends underscore the importance of seasonal adjustments in policing priorities, particularly as October’s darker nights may continue to influence public order dynamics.

Banstead’s crime rate in October 2024 dropped to 6.0 per 1,000, a 27.6% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 8.2. This decline places the area significantly below the UK average, with a monthly exposure of one reported crime for every 168 residents. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 2 crimes per day, a figure that may seem high for a small built-up area but is mitigated by the relatively low overall rate compared to national benchmarks. When scaled to the local population of 8,389, the 6.0 per 1,000 rate translates to a 1-in-168 chance of being directly affected by crime over the course of the month—a statistic that is lower than the UK average of 1-in-123. This comparison highlights the effectiveness of local crime prevention strategies, particularly in reducing property crime, though the sharp rise in public order offences suggests areas for improvement. The contrast between Banstead’s performance and the UK average is most pronounced in violent crime, where the area’s rate of 2.0 per 1,000 is 25% below the national figure. However, the 96% increase in public order offences compared to the UK average indicates a need for targeted interventions during periods of heightened community activity, such as Halloween. Residents may find these statistics useful in understanding the local context of crime trends and the relative safety of their neighbourhood compared to national averages.