Reigate and Banstead Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Reigate and Banstead’s crime profile in November 2023, accounting for 35.8% of all reported crimes. This category, which saw 330 incidents, was 19% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000 residents, highlighting the area’s relatively lower exposure to violent crime compared to the national picture. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, making up 19.1% of incidents, though it was 5% above the UK average. The seasonal context of November—marked by dark evenings, Bonfire Night, and Black Friday shopping—likely influenced patterns, with some categories, such as public order offences, decreasing by 6% compared to the UK average. The overall crime rate of 5.8 per 1,000 residents placed the area 22.7% below the UK average, a disparity that may reflect the district’s socio-economic profile and community-focused policing strategies. While property crimes such as shoplifting and burglary were lower than UK averages, the dominance of violent crime underscores the need for targeted interventions in areas with higher concentrations of nightlife or public spaces. The interplay of seasonal factors and local demographics appears to shape these trends, with darker evenings and festive events potentially increasing opportunities for certain offences while also prompting community engagement efforts that may mitigate others.

November saw a 40% rise in robbery incidents, with the number increasing from 5 to 7. This surge, though modest in absolute terms, contrasts with declines in other categories, such as vehicle crime, which fell by 33% (from 88 to 59). The drop in vehicle crime may reflect reduced traffic during the holiday season or increased security measures in parking areas. Anti-social behaviour also rose by 10.7%, a trend that may be linked to the heightened activity around Bonfire Night and Black Friday shopping. Meanwhile, bicycle theft decreased by 37.5%, indicating the effectiveness of local initiatives or seasonal inactivity. Violence and sexual offences remained significantly below the UK average (19% lower), while anti-social behaviour was 5% above the national rate. These shifts underscore the combination of local and national factors influencing crime patterns in the area.

Reigate and Banstead’s crime rate in November 2023 dropped to 5.8 per 1,000 residents, a 7.7% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 6.3. This decline aligns with broader seasonal patterns observed in similar areas, where reduced outdoor activity and colder weather may contribute to lower crime rates. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 31 crimes per day, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents within the local community. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 173 residents, a metric that reflects the relative safety of the area compared to UK averages. With a population of 159,134, the localised impact of crime remains manageable, though fluctuations in specific categories—such as the 40% increase in robbery—suggest the need for targeted attention. The population-scaled perspective highlights that while crime is present, its distribution across the community is not uniformly high, offering reassurance to residents about the overall risk profile.