Redhill Crime Rate April 2023 | Monthly Statistics

The crime mix in Redhill (Reigate and Banstead) during April 2023 reveals a distinct profile shaped by a combination of violent and property-related incidents. Violence and sexual offences accounted for nearly a third of all reported crimes (34.6%), a category that remains 19% below the UK average (2.6 per 1,000). This suggests a lower prevalence of severe violent crime compared to the national picture, possibly influenced by the area's character as a built-up district with a mix of residential and commercial zones. Anti-social behaviour, the second most common category (21.6% of total crimes), was 10% above the UK average, indicating localised challenges that may relate to community interactions or environmental factors. Other theft and shoplifting, though lower than the UK average, showed a sharp upward trend, with shoplifting increasing by 77.8% month-on-month. This could be attributed to the Easter period, which typically sees increased foot traffic in retail areas. The seasonal context of April—characterised by spring weather and heightened outdoor activity—may contribute to both the rise in anti-social behaviour and the persistence of property crimes. While the overall crime rate (6.1 per 1,000) is 18.7% below the UK average, the balance of crime types highlights the need for targeted approaches to address specific localised issues, such as managing anti-social behaviour and monitoring retail-related offences during peak periods.

April saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with robbery and theft from the person each doubling from March levels. Shoplifting increased by 77.8%, potentially linked to Easter-related foot traffic in retail areas. Conversely, possession of weapons and other crime both declined by two-thirds, suggesting a temporary reduction in certain high-risk activities. The balance of violent and property crimes remained skewed, with violence and sexual offences (34.6% of total crimes) significantly below the UK average (2.6 per 1,000). Anti-social behaviour, however, was 10% above the UK average, highlighting localised tensions that may stem from community dynamics or seasonal pressures. These fluctuations underscore the importance of tracking both increases and decreases, as they provide insights into the area's unique crime ecology.

Redhill's crime rate in April 2023 (6.1 per 1,000) marked a 14.8% increase from March's 5.3 per 1,000, reflecting a noticeable upward trend. This rise, though modest, aligns with the seasonal context of increased outdoor activity during spring. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly seven crimes per day, a figure that underscores the frequency of incidents in a relatively compact built-up area. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 164 residents, a monthly exposure rate that contextualises the scale of crime within the local population. While this rate is lower than the UK average, the shift from March to April highlights the need for continued monitoring of patterns that may correlate with specific events or environmental factors. The population-scaled perspective reveals that, despite the increase, Redhill remains a relatively safe area compared to the national average.