Horley (Reigate and Banstead) Crime Rate March 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences emerged as the dominant category in Horley (Reigate and Banstead) during March 2023, accounting for 48.8% of all reported crimes. This category’s rate of 1.9 per 1,000 residents was 31% below the UK average, highlighting a significant safety advantage in this built-up area. The overall crime rate of 3.9 per 1,000 residents placed Horley 48.7% below the national average of 7.6 per 1,000, a disparity consistent with the area’s suburban character and limited exposure to high-risk environments. Anti-social behaviour followed as the second most common category, contributing 15.7% of incidents, with its rate 42% below the UK average. The seasonal transition to spring may have influenced patterns, as extended daylight hours and warmer temperatures could have altered community interactions and crime opportunities. Vehicle crime, at 0.3 per 1,000, was 38% below the UK average, reflecting the area’s lower density of commercial vehicles or parking infrastructure. These figures collectively suggest that Horley’s crime profile is shaped by its geographical and demographic context, with a focus on personal safety over property-related incidents.

March 2023 saw a notable shift in crime mix, with violence and sexual offences dominating at 48.8% of all reported incidents. This category was 31% below the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000, a stark contrast to the national trend. Anti-social behaviour, the second most common category, fell 42% below the UK average, aligning with the area’s generally low levels of public disorder. However, bicycle theft stood out as an exception, being 43% above the UK average of 0.1 per 1,000. This anomaly may reflect local factors such as cycling infrastructure or commuting patterns. The month also saw a 15.7% drop in anti-social behaviour compared to February, suggesting a possible seasonal influence as daylight hours increased and community activity shifted outdoors.

Horley (Reigate and Banstead) recorded 121 total crimes in March 2023, translating to 4 crimes per day on average. This figure, while low, reflects a consistent pattern in the area’s crime profile. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 256 residents, a monthly aggregate that contextualises the scale of incidents within the local population. Comparing this to the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000, Horley’s rate of 3.9 per 1,000 highlights a marked safety advantage. The population of 30,982 further underscores that even with 121 crimes, the area maintains a relatively low exposure per resident. This contrast with national trends may partly reflect the built-up area’s characteristics, such as its suburban layout and limited industrial presence, which could reduce opportunities for certain types of crime.