Reigate and Banstead Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Reigate and Banstead’s crime rate in January 2026 stood at 5.4 per 1,000 residents, placing it 20.6% below the UK average of 6.8 per 1,000. This figure underscores the district’s relatively safer profile compared to national benchmarks, a trend that may be influenced by its suburban character, limited urban density, and effective local policing. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 36% of all reported incidents. While this category remains a significant concern, its rate of 1.9 per 1,000 is 24% below the UK average, suggesting that local factors—such as community cohesion or targeted interventions—may be playing a role. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, contributing 11.8% of all crimes, a proportion that aligns with the area’s suburban nature, where such incidents often stem from social interactions in public spaces. Other notable categories included other theft (7.9%) and vehicle crime (7.6%), with the latter slightly exceeding the UK average by 8%. The seasonal context of January—marked by post-holiday periods, reduced retail activity, and shorter daylight hours—likely contributes to the lower rates of shoplifting and public order offences, which fell 65% and 5% below the UK average, respectively. These patterns illustrate how local geography, demographics, and seasonal rhythms interact to shape crime profiles, even within broader national trends.

January 2026 saw sharp increases in vehicle crime, which rose by 71.1% compared to December 2025, climbing from 38 to 65 incidents. This spike may be linked to seasonal factors such as colder weather driving more indoor activity, potentially increasing vehicle-related thefts in residential areas. Conversely, shoplifting dropped by 31.3%, declining from 48 to 33 incidents—a trend consistent with reduced retail footfall during the post-holiday period. Other notable shifts included a 50% rise in robbery cases and a 26.2% increase in drug-related crimes, which could reflect broader patterns of activity during the winter months. On the other hand, theft from the person fell by 50%, a decrease that aligns with lower outdoor activity and shorter daylight hours. Violence and sexual offences remained a dominant category, accounting for 36% of all crimes, but their rate of 1.9 per 1,000 was 24% below the UK average, suggesting that local initiatives or community structures may be contributing to this disparity. These variations highlight the combination of local dynamics and national trends in shaping crime patterns.

Reigate and Banstead’s crime rate in January 2026 dropped by 4.9% compared to December 2025, reflecting a slight improvement in public safety. With 858 crimes recorded across 31 days, this equates to an average of 28 crimes per day—a figure that contextualises the pace of activity in the area. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 185 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents compared to national averages. This statistic is particularly meaningful for local residents, as it provides a tangible sense of the likelihood of encountering crime in their daily lives. The population context further illustrates that, despite the 858 total crimes, the district’s overall crime rate remains significantly below the UK average, suggesting a combination of effective policing, community engagement, and geographic factors that may contribute to lower rates. The decrease in crime, while modest, aligns with seasonal patterns observed in similar areas, where post-holiday periods and reduced retail activity often correlate with lower reported incidents.