Horley Crime Rate April 2024 | Monthly Statistics

April 2024 marked a continuation of Horley’s historically lower crime rates, with an overall rate of 5.1 per 1,000 residents, 33.8% below the UK average of 7.7. The crime profile was dominated by violent offences, which accounted for 42.8% of total incidents, significantly outpacing property crimes at 27.6%. This imbalance between violent and property crime may reflect the area’s character as a commuter hub with a mix of residential and commercial zones, where interpersonal disputes and public order issues are more prevalent than theft or burglary. Violence and sexual offences, at 2.2 per 1,000, were 14% below the UK average, a figure consistent with the area’s lower population density and potentially stronger community cohesion. Anti-social behaviour and public order offences, though lower in frequency, also showed marked reductions compared to national averages, with anti-social behaviour at 0.7 per 1,000, 43% below the UK rate. The seasonal context of April—Easter holidays and the onset of spring—may have influenced patterns, with increased outdoor activity contributing to higher violent crime rates while also drawing attention to public order issues. However, the absence of significant spikes in property-related crimes like burglary or vehicle crime suggests that local deterrents or environmental factors, such as well-lit streets or community engagement, may be playing a role in maintaining this balance. The data illustrates a crime picture where violent incidents, though prominent, remain relatively contained compared to the broader UK landscape.

April 2024 saw a sharp 200% increase in bicycle theft, rising from one to three incidents, a spike that may reflect seasonal changes in outdoor activity or targeted thefts near local amenities. Shoplifting also rose by 80%, with nine incidents reported, a notable jump that could indicate increased foot traffic during Easter or shifts in retail security measures. Conversely, vehicle crime fell by 33.3%, from 15 to 10 incidents, linked to reduced parking congestion or improved local deterrents. Violent crimes, though remaining the most frequent category, were 14% below the UK average for violence and sexual offences, a consistent trend that may reflect the area’s suburban character and community policing efforts. Anti-social behaviour, at 13.8% of total crimes, was 43% below the UK average, suggesting effective local initiatives in managing disruptive activity.

Horley’s crime rate in April 2024 stood at 5.1 per 1,000 residents, a 4.8% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 5.4. This downward trend suggests a continued period of relative stability in local crime patterns. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly five crimes per day, a figure that contextualises the pace of criminal activity within a built-up area of Reigate and Banstead. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 195 residents, a monthly exposure rate that places the area well below the UK average for similar-sized communities. This statistic, when scaled to the local population of 30,982, highlights the relatively low frequency of crime in a region that combines suburban and commuter characteristics. The population-scaled perspective reinforces that residents are less likely to experience crime compared to the national average, though localized factors such as seasonal activity and community initiatives may contribute to this trend.