Horley Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Horley’s crime profile in January 2026 reveals a distinctive balance between violent and property crimes, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 43.5% of all reported incidents — a stark contrast to the UK average where such crimes make up 24% of the total. This dominance of violent crime over property crime may reflect the area’s character as a mixed-use built-up area within Reigate and Banstead, where social interactions and community dynamics could contribute to higher rates of interpersonal conflict. The overall crime rate of 4.5 per 1,000 — 33.8% below the UK average — positions Horley as a relatively safer environment, though the local mix of crimes differs significantly from national patterns. Anti-social behaviour, at 18.8% of total crimes, also stands out as a major category, suggesting ongoing challenges with community disorder that may be influenced by the area’s urban density and transient population. Seasonal context plays a role in shaping these patterns, with January’s post-holiday period and reduced retail footfall likely contributing to lower shoplifting rates (0.3 per 1,000, 47% below the UK average) compared to busier months. However, the rise in criminal damage and arson may indicate different seasonal pressures, such as increased vandalism during colder weather or unseasonal events. The relatively low rates of vehicle crime (0.3 per 1,000) and bicycle theft (0.0 per 1,000) could be attributed to the area’s compact nature, where car ownership is lower and bike infrastructure is less prominent. These findings illustrate the combination of local geography, social factors, and seasonal trends in shaping Horley’s unique crime profile.

January saw sharp increases in criminal damage and arson (+120%), vehicle crime (+100%), and bicycle theft (+100%), reflecting seasonal patterns that may align with post-holiday activity or increased outdoor activity as daylight hours lengthen. Conversely, burglary and drugs-related crimes fell by 70% and 60% respectively, a decline that could indicate improved security measures or reduced demand during the post-Christmas period. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, with a rate of 1.9 per 1,000 — 24% below the UK average — suggesting a community where violent crime, while significant, is not concentrated. The stark 100% reduction in bicycle theft compared to the UK average (0.1 vs 0.1 per 1,000) raises questions about local initiatives or environmental factors that may deter such crimes. These fluctuations highlight the need for targeted interventions in areas where rates are rising, while maintaining efforts to sustain the declines in other categories.

Horley’s crime rate remained stable at 4.5 per 1,000 in January 2026, matching the rate from the previous month. This consistency suggests no abrupt shifts in overall crime patterns, though localized changes in specific categories merit closer attention. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly four crimes per day, a figure that contextualizes the scale of activity within the built-up area. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for every 225 residents, a metric that underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents compared to larger urban centres. When scaled to the population of 30,982, this rate reflects a community where most residents are unlikely to encounter crime in their daily lives. The stability in the overall rate contrasts with the UK average of 6.8 per 1,000, highlighting Horley’s position as a safer area relative to national trends. However, the comparison to the UK average is most meaningful when considering specific crime types, which reveal deeper insights into local priorities and challenges.