Redhill Crime Rate June 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences accounted for 31.6% of all crimes in Redhill during June 2023, making them the dominant category in the area's crime profile. With an overall crime rate of 8.9 per 1,000 residents, the built-up area within Reigate and Banstead recorded a rate 4.7% above the UK average of 8.5 per 1,000. This figure, while relatively low compared to major urban centres, underscores the disproportionate impact of violent crime on local communities. The seasonal context of June—marking the start of summer and longer daylight hours—likely contributes to increased visibility of crimes in public spaces, particularly in areas with high foot traffic. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, comprising 13.2% of reported incidents, a figure that remains 19% below the UK average. This contrast may reflect the area's character as a mixed-use locality with a balance of residential and commercial zones, where anti-social behaviour is less prevalent than in more densely populated urban areas. Public order offences, however, stood out as 64% above the UK average, a discrepancy that could be tied to the area's proximity to recreational spaces or events that attract larger crowds during the summer months. The data also highlights a notable trend in property crimes, with shoplifting and other theft incidents collectively accounting for 14.8% of all reported crimes, a figure that, while lower than violent crimes, still indicates the need for targeted prevention efforts in retail and public areas.

June 2023 saw a 350% surge in drug-related crimes, rising from 2 to 9 incidents, a sharp increase that may reflect heightened summer activity in areas where illicit drug trade is known to occur. Other crime also rose dramatically, tripling from 2 to 8 incidents, suggesting a broader trend in unclassified or emerging criminal activity. Meanwhile, public order offences were 64% above the UK average, potentially linked to increased social gatherings during the summer season. Robbery incidents fell by 57.1%, dropping from 7 to 3, a decline that could indicate improved policing or reduced opportunities in high-traffic areas. These shifts highlight a combination of seasonal factors and local law enforcement strategies, with drug-related crimes emerging as a pressing concern for the area.

Redhill's crime rate in June 2023 rose 31.1% compared to 6.8 per 1,000 in the previous month, marking a significant upward shift. Daily crime counts averaged 10 incidents per day over the month, reflecting a persistent presence of criminal activity in the built-up area. When scaled to the local population, the monthly exposure figure shows one reported crime for every 112 residents, a ratio that underscores the frequency of incidents within a small community. This increase contrasts with the previous month's rate but aligns with seasonal patterns typical of summer months, when extended daylight hours and increased foot traffic in public spaces may contribute to higher visibility of certain crimes. The population context further highlights that, despite the area's relatively low overall crime rate compared to major urban centres, the proportion of violent and sexual offences remains a notable concern for local residents.