Reigate and Banstead Crime Rate May 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 159,134, Reigate and Banstead recorded 1,014 crimes in May 2024, translating to 6.4 crimes per 1,000 residents. This rate is 23.8% below the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000, reflecting a consistently lower crime profile compared to national trends. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 36.6% of all crimes (371 cases), followed by anti-social behaviour (14.9%, 151 cases) and public order offences (12.0%, 122 cases). These figures align with the area’s character as a largely suburban district with a mix of residential and commercial zones. The seasonal context of May—longer evenings, bank holidays, and increased outdoor socialising—likely contributes to higher incidents of public order and anti-social behaviour, though the overall rate remains well below national benchmarks. Property crimes (296 cases) made up 29.2% of the total, a proportion lower than the UK average for similar areas, suggesting effective local policing or community engagement strategies in place. The data also highlights a balanced distribution between violent and property crimes, with the former slightly dominating, a pattern consistent with suburban areas where community interactions and social dynamics influence crime trends. While the overall rate is encouraging, the persistence of violent offences underscores the need for targeted interventions in high-risk areas.

May 2024 saw significant fluctuations in specific crime categories. Theft from the person surged by 57.1% (7 to 11 cases), a sharp increase that may reflect heightened vulnerability during longer evenings or increased outdoor activity. Public order offences rose by 41.9% (86 to 122 cases), possibly linked to the May bank holidays and extended daylight hours encouraging more public gatherings. Conversely, bicycle theft dropped by 40.0% (5 to 3 cases), a decline that could be attributed to improved security measures or seasonal changes in cycling activity. Other crime increased by 39.3% (28 to 39 cases), though this category remains relatively low compared to the UK average. Reigate and Banstead’s rate for violence and sexual offences (2.3 per 1,000) is 19% below the UK average, while public order offences (0.8 per 1,000) are 27% above. This contrast highlights the area’s unique challenges and strengths—effective suppression of violent crime but a need for more targeted approaches to managing public disorder. Residents may find the sharp rise in theft from the person particularly concerning, as it suggests a shift in criminal activity patterns that warrants attention from local authorities.

The crime rate in Reigate and Banstead for May 2024 (6.4 per 1,000) represents a 3.1% increase from the previous month’s rate of 6.2 per 1,000, indicating a slight upward trend. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 33 crimes per day over the 31-day period, a figure that, while manageable, reflects the ongoing need for vigilance. Monthly exposure to crime is measured as one reported crime for every 157 residents—a rate that is lower than the UK average, which is not provided for this specific metric. When scaled to the local population, this translates to a relatively low risk environment compared to the national context. The 3.1% month-on-month rise, though modest, may be influenced by seasonal factors such as the May bank holidays and increased foot traffic in public spaces. However, the overall rate remains firmly below the UK average, suggesting that local policing strategies and community initiatives are contributing to sustained safety. This comparison underscores the importance of maintaining current efforts while addressing the specific increases in theft from the person and public order offences to prevent further upward pressure on the crime rate.