Redhill Crime Rate December 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For an area with a population of 34,052, Redhill (Reigate and Banstead) recorded 212 crimes in December 2024, equating to a crime rate of 6.2 per 1,000 residents. This figure places the area 12.7% below the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000, a notable position that suggests a relatively safer environment compared to the national context. The most prevalent crime types were violence and sexual offences (36.8% of total crimes), followed by public order offences (13.7%) and anti-social behaviour (10.9%). These patterns align with the seasonal dynamics of December, a month marked by heightened retail activity, festive events, and extended periods of darkness, all of which can influence crime trends. The rise in violence and sexual offences may be partially explained by the convergence of social gatherings and the challenges of enforcing order in crowded public spaces during the holiday season. However, the area’s overall crime rate remains well below the UK average, indicating effective local crime prevention strategies or a demographic profile that mitigates risk factors. The relatively low rates of burglary (3.8% of total crimes) and criminal damage (5.7%) suggest that property-related crimes are not a dominant concern, possibly due to the area’s character as a mixed-use built-up zone with a focus on residential and commercial stability. The contrast with the UK average in specific categories—such as public order offences being 100% above the national rate—highlights the need for targeted interventions in areas where local conditions may amplify certain types of crime.

December 2024 saw an 11.4% increase in violence and sexual offences, rising from 70 to 78 incidents, a shift that may reflect heightened social activity during the festive season. Conversely, drug-related crimes dropped by 75%, falling from 24 to 6, a stark decline that could indicate the effectiveness of targeted interventions or reduced opportunities for drug-related activity during the holiday period. Public order offences also rose sharply, with 29 incidents recorded—100% above the UK average for this category. This spike may be linked to increased foot traffic in retail and leisure areas during Christmas shopping and party season. Meanwhile, vehicle crime increased by 9.1%, likely tied to seasonal changes in parking patterns and the movement of vehicles during the festive period. These fluctuations highlight the dynamic nature of crime in the area and the influence of temporary local factors on crime trends.

Redhill’s crime rate in December 2024 (6.2 per 1,000 residents) marked a 12.4% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 7.1 per 1,000, reflecting a continued downward trend. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately seven crimes reported each day in December, a figure that provides a tangible sense of the frequency of incidents for local residents. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for every 161 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the proportion of the population affected by crime. This figure, while lower than the UK average, highlights the area’s relatively safer profile compared to national trends. The reduction in overall crime aligns with broader seasonal patterns, as festive activity and holiday-related absences may have temporarily reduced opportunities for certain types of crime, though public order offences remained higher than the UK average. The population context further illustrates that, despite the absolute number of crimes, the rate remains well below the national benchmark, suggesting effective local policing or community initiatives may be contributing to this trend.