Reigate and Banstead Crime Rate January 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Reigate and Banstead’s crime profile in January 2025 reveals a striking contrast in specific categories compared to the UK average, with 'Other crime' being the only type recorded above the national benchmark. The overall crime rate of 4.9 per 1,000 residents places the area 31.0% below the UK average of 7.1, a figure that underscores the district’s generally lower exposure to criminal activity. Violence and sexual offences dominate the crime profile, accounting for 36.7% of all reported incidents—a share that is 28% below the UK average for this category. This pattern may partly explain the area’s lower overall rate, as violent crimes are more concentrated in urban centres or areas with higher population density, which Reigate and Banstead likely lacks. Anti-social behaviour follows with 10.7% of cases, and shoplifting contributes 10.2%, both significantly below UK averages. The seasonal context of January—post-holiday, with shorter days and reduced retail footfall—likely contributes to lower rates of shoplifting and public order offences, which are typically higher during festive periods. However, the area’s relatively low property crime rate (33.7% of total crimes) compared to the UK suggests a possible combination of effective local policing and a demographic profile less prone to burglary or vehicle crime. These factors collectively illustrate a district where community-focused strategies may be playing a role in maintaining lower crime levels, though the specific dynamics remain to be explored in greater depth.

Month-on-month analysis reveals sharp shifts in specific crime categories, with drugs-related incidents surging by 83.3% (from 18 to 33) and criminal damage and arson increasing by 69.2% (from 39 to 66). These spikes may reflect the impact of post-holiday periods, where unseasonal weather or changes in social activity could influence patterns of substance use and property damage. Conversely, robbery rates fell by 50.0% (from 2 to 1), and burglary dropped by 30.3% (from 33 to 23), linked to seasonal trends in outdoor activity or increased security measures during the winter months. The category of 'Other crime' remains 11% above the UK average, a discrepancy that may warrant further investigation into local-specific factors not captured by national statistics. For residents, the daily crime count of 25 incidents—roughly one every 1.5 days—provides a concrete measure of local exposure, though this figure is significantly lower than the UK average. The balance between violent and property crimes also shifted slightly, with violence and sexual offences making up 36.7% of all reports, compared to 33.7% for property crimes, a trend consistent with broader UK patterns where violent crime remains a persistent concern despite overall declines in some categories.

Reigate and Banstead’s crime rate in January 2025 fell to 4.9 per 1,000 residents, marking a 9.3% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 5.4. This decline aligns with typical January trends, where reduced retail activity and shorter daylight hours may suppress certain types of crime. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 206 residents, a figure that translates to a monthly exposure rate far below the UK average. With a population of 159,134, the 774 total crimes recorded equate to a local daily average of 25 incidents—significantly lower than the UK’s national average of 7.1 per 1,000. This suggests a population-scaled safety profile where residents are less likely to experience crime compared to the broader UK context. The district’s performance in specific categories, such as anti-social behaviour (49% below UK average) and vehicle crime (51% below UK average), further reinforces its relative safety. However, the 11% above-average rate for 'Other crime' highlights a potential gap in understanding or addressing niche issues not fully captured by standard crime classification systems. These comparative metrics provide a useful benchmark for local authorities and residents to assess progress and identify areas requiring targeted intervention.