Reigate and Banstead Crime Rate August 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Reigate and Banstead's crime rate of 6.5 per 1,000 residents in August 2025 places it 19.8% below the UK average of 8.1. This performance contrasts with national trends, particularly in violent crime categories where the area's rate of 2.4 per 1,000 for violence and sexual offences is 16% below the UK average of 2.9. The local profile shows a distinct emphasis on property-related incidents, with anti-social behaviour (1.1 per 1,000) and public order offences (0.7 per 1,000) emerging as significant contributors to the crime mix. August, a peak holiday month, likely amplifies risks associated with unoccupied homes, though burglary rates (0.2 per 1,000) remain 26% below the UK average. The area's lower-than-national levels for shoplifting (52% below) and vehicle crime (23% below) may reflect effective local deterrents or fewer opportunities in a largely suburban setting. Seasonal factors such as increased tourism and summer evenings could influence patterns of public order offences, which are 21% above the UK average—a nuance that suggests targeted policing or community engagement in this category. The overall balance between property and violent crime, with the latter accounting for 37.6% of total offences, mirrors the characteristics of a commuter-oriented district where retail and residential areas intersect. This suggests that while the area's crime profile is generally safer than the UK average, specific local conditions warrant continued attention to address the 21% disparity in public order offences.

August 2025 saw notable month-on-month shifts in crime patterns, with robbery incidents surging by 83.3% (from 6 to 11 cases) and criminal damage and arson rising by 28.9% (76 to 98). These increases may reflect heightened activity during the summer holiday season, though the area's overall crime rate remained stable compared to July. Conversely, possession of weapons dropped by 53.8% (13 to 6), a decline that could align with seasonal changes in youth activity or successful local initiatives. The area's performance against UK averages reveals stark contrasts: shoplifting rates are 52% below the national figure, and vehicle crime is 23% below, reflecting the district's lower population density and effective community policing. However, public order offences stand out as an exception, with a 21% increase over the UK average, suggesting that local factors—such as increased foot traffic in town centres during August—may contribute to this category's elevated levels. For residents, the 52% reduction in shoplifting compared to the UK average provides a concrete indicator of the area's relative safety in retail environments. rise in criminal damage highlights the need for ongoing vigilance in public spaces.

The crime rate in Reigate and Banstead remained stable between July and August 2025, with a 0.2% change from 6.5 to 6.5 per 1,000 residents. This consistency contrasts with national trends, where the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000 suggests a broader context of higher crime exposure. Locally, the daily crime count of 33 incidents per day (1,028 total over 31 days) translates to a monthly exposure of one reported crime for every 155 residents—a figure that, while reflecting the area's overall safety, underscores the importance of individual awareness. When compared to the UK's average monthly exposure (not provided), the local rate appears significantly lower, though direct comparisons remain speculative without national data. The population-scaled perspective reveals that Reigate and Banstead's crime profile is shaped by its suburban character, with lower rates of vehicle crime and shoplifting likely linked to fewer commercial hubs compared to major urban centres. However, the 21% increase in public order offences over the UK average indicates that local-specific factors—such as summer festivals or increased pedestrian activity—may drive this category's performance. For residents, the 1-in-155 monthly exposure figure provides a tangible benchmark for understanding the relative safety of the area within the broader UK context.