Reigate and Banstead Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominate Reigate and Banstead's crime picture in November 2025, accounting for 39.4% of all reported crimes. This category alone records 341 incidents, with a rate of 2.1 per 1,000 residents—18% below the UK average for this category. The area's overall crime rate of 5.4 per 1,000 residents places it 26% below the UK average of 7.3, reflecting a consistently lower crime profile compared to national benchmarks. While property crimes make up 30% of the total (259 incidents), the significant proportion of violent crime suggests a local dynamic where interpersonal conflict or community tensions may play a role. November's seasonal context—dark evenings, Bonfire Night, and Black Friday shopping—likely contributes to the elevated rates of violence and anti-social behaviour, though the exact causal links remain speculative. Anti-social behaviour (126 incidents, 14.6% of total) and public order offences (62 incidents, 7.2%) follow closely, with both categories well below UK averages. The relatively low rates of shoplifting (0.4 per 1,000, 37% below UK average) and vehicle crime (0.3 per 1,000, 25% below UK average) suggest that retail and transport hubs may not be the primary drivers of criminal activity here. This pattern aligns with Reigate and Banstead's character as a commuter belt suburb with a mix of residential and commercial zones, where community cohesion and local policing efforts may temper more opportunistic crimes.

November 2025 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with bicycle theft and theft from the person both doubling from 2 to 4 incidents—a 100% increase each. This uptick may reflect seasonal factors, such as increased cycling during darker evenings or the timing of Black Friday shopping. Conversely, public order offences fell sharply by 39.2% (from 102 to 62), potentially linked to reduced outdoor activity as temperatures dropped or improved community engagement during Bonfire Night events. The category of 'other crime' (27 incidents) is the only one exceeding the UK average by 25%, though its low base rate (0.2 per 1,000) means this remains a minor concern. Violence and sexual offences, while still the dominant category, are 18% below the UK average for this type, suggesting local interventions or demographics may be mitigating some risks. Residents might find the 100% increase in bicycle theft particularly relevant, as it highlights a need for vigilance around personal property during peak shopping periods. The sharp decline in criminal damage and arson (21.6% drop) could indicate successful fire prevention campaigns or reduced vandalism during the holiday season.

Reigate and Banstead's crime rate in November 2025 (5.4 per 1,000) represents an 11.3% decrease from the previous month's rate of 6.1, reflecting a continuing downward trend. On a daily basis, the area experiences approximately 29 crimes per day—equivalent to 1 in 184 residents reporting a crime over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate, while low compared to national averages, underscores the importance of consistent local policing and community engagement. The population-scaled perspective reveals that Reigate and Banstead's crime profile remains significantly safer than the UK average, with most categories registering substantial gaps: anti-social behaviour is 25% below UK levels, and shoplifting is 37% below. This suggests that factors such as community cohesion, local infrastructure, or policing strategies may be contributing to the area's lower crime rates. The 11.3% month-on-month decline aligns with broader trends seen in similar commuter belt suburbs, where stable populations and economic conditions often correlate with reduced criminal activity. However, the sharp increases in bicycle theft and theft from the person highlight the need for targeted measures during high-traffic periods, even as the overall trend remains positive.