Reigate and Banstead Crime Rate May 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In May 2025, Reigate and Banstead recorded 1,004 crimes, equating to 6.3 crimes per 1,000 residents—a figure that, while notable, remains 22.2% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This rate, when contextualized against the area’s population of 159,134, translates to roughly one crime for every 159 residents over the course of the month. The crime profile reveals a combination of local and national trends, with violence and sexual offences (38.8% of total) dominating the breakdown, followed by anti-social behaviour (17.5%) and public order offences (9.2%). These patterns may be influenced by seasonal factors, such as May’s extended evenings and bank holidays, which likely drive increased socialising and outdoor activity. The high proportion of violent crimes—despite being 15% below the UK average—suggests that local challenges in managing aggression or addressing underlying socio-economic issues persist. Meanwhile, property crimes like shoplifting (6.7% of total) and vehicle crime (4.0%) remain well below the UK average, a trend consistent with the area’s likely lower density of retail hubs or high-traffic zones. This balance between violent and property crime underscores the need for targeted interventions, particularly in areas where public order and anti-social behaviour are more prevalent. The data also highlights the importance of community engagement, as the area’s overall safety record—relative to the UK—suggests effective policing or demographic factors that contribute to lower crime rates.

May 2025 saw sharp increases in specific crime categories, with theft from the person rising by 200% (2 to 6 cases) and robbery doubling (4 to 8 cases). These spikes, though small in absolute numbers, highlight potential vulnerabilities in public spaces or heightened opportunism during May’s extended evenings. Conversely, bicycle theft dropped by 42.9% (7 to 4 cases), possibly linked to increased awareness or seasonal factors. The crime mix also shifted: violence and sexual offences (38.9% of total) remained the most common category, but their rate of 2.4 per 1,000 was 15% below the UK average, a contrast to public order offences (0.6 per 1,000), which were 3% above the national figure. This divergence suggests that while violent crime remains a priority, other categories like anti-social behaviour (17.5% of total) are underperforming relative to the UK, potentially reflecting local policing strategies or community dynamics. For residents, the 200% rise in theft from the person offers a concrete reminder to remain vigilant in crowded areas.

In May 2025, Reigate and Banstead recorded a crime rate of 6.3 per 1,000 residents, marking a 12.9% increase from the previous month’s rate of 5.6 per 1,000. This rise, though modest, translates to 32 crimes reported daily on average—a figure that, while locally relevant, remains significantly lower than the UK average. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 159 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the area’s comparatively low crime profile. The population-scaled perspective highlights that, for every 1,000 residents, the local rate is 22.2% below the UK average, a gap that reflects systemic differences in policing, community engagement, or socio-economic factors. This context is crucial for residents: while the daily crime count may seem high in absolute terms, it is proportionally far lower than the national benchmark, suggesting a safer environment relative to other areas. The shift from April to May also aligns with seasonal patterns, such as extended evenings and bank holidays, which may contribute to fluctuations in reported incidents.