Reigate and Banstead Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Reigate and Banstead's crime profile in November 2024, accounting for 34.3% of all reported incidents. This category, at 2.1 per 1,000 residents, was 19% below the UK average, underscoring the area's relatively lower exposure to violent crime compared to the national picture. Anti-social behaviour (12.9%) and public order offences (10.6%) followed as the next most common categories, with the latter showing an 18% deviation above the UK average. The overall crime rate of 6.0 per 1,000 residents placed the area 21.1% below the UK average of 7.6, a consistent trend that reflects the local area's demographic and geographic characteristics. As a commuter-focused district with a mix of residential and commercial zones, Reigate and Banstead's crime profile is shaped by factors such as retail activity, community engagement, and policing strategies. The seasonal context of November—marked by Bonfire Night, Black Friday shopping, and extended dark evenings—likely influenced the distribution of crimes. For instance, public order incidents may have risen due to increased social events, while the relatively low rate of burglary (0.2 per 1,000) could be attributed to the area's suburban layout and lower population density. The dominance of violent crime over property crime (326 vs 315) suggests a need for targeted interventions in areas with higher concentrations of public spaces or community hubs. This pattern is consistent with other commuter towns where interpersonal conflicts and alcohol-related incidents contribute significantly to crime statistics. The data also highlights the effectiveness of local policing in maintaining lower rates of theft and burglary, though the rise in bicycle theft and drugs-related crimes indicates areas for further focus.

November 2024 saw a 66.7% increase in bicycle theft, rising from 6 to 10 incidents. This jump may align with Black Friday shopping activity, as increased foot traffic and online purchases could create opportunities for theft. Conversely, robbery rates fell by 58.3% (12 to 5), likely reflecting heightened police presence during the festive season or reduced opportunities due to shorter daylight hours. Public order offences, at 0.6 per 1,000, were 18% above the UK average, linked to Bonfire Night events or increased social gatherings in the area. Shoplifting rose by 19.7% (71 to 85), which could be connected to pre-Christmas retail activity. Meanwhile, drugs-related crimes increased by 27.8% (36 to 46), a trend that may indicate seasonal shifts in illicit activity. These fluctuations illustrate how specific events and seasonal patterns can influence crime dynamics, even as the overall rate remains stable.

Reigate and Banstead's crime rate remained stable at 6.0 per 1,000 residents in November 2024, matching the rate from the previous month. This consistency suggests no major shifts in overall criminal activity. On a daily basis, the area experienced an average of 32 crimes per day, a figure that contextualises the volume of incidents in relation to local population density. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 167 residents, a monthly exposure rate that provides a tangible sense of risk for residents. This rate is significantly lower than the UK average, reflecting the area's broader safety profile. When considering the population context, the 159,134 residents of Reigate and Banstead collectively face a crime rate that is 21.1% below the national average, highlighting the effectiveness of local policing or community factors in maintaining lower crime levels. The stability in the overall rate contrasts with shifts in specific crime categories, such as the sharp rise in bicycle theft and the steep decline in robbery, which warrant closer examination in the highlights section.