Redhill (Reigate and Banstead) Crime Rate January 2024 | Monthly Statistics

The most striking finding in Redhill's January 2024 crime data was the unexpected 266.7% surge in vehicle crime, which rose from 3 to 11 incidents—a dramatic increase that contrasts with the category's 40% below UK average status. This anomaly may reflect post-holiday vehicle movement patterns or localized factors. The area's overall crime rate of 8.3 per 1,000 residents marked a 12.2% increase above the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000, a trend consistent with previous months. Violence and sexual offences (36.5% of total crimes) and anti-social behaviour (17.4%) were the most common categories, both significantly above their respective UK averages. This profile aligns with Redhill's character as a built-up area within Reigate and Banstead, where urban density and commuter activity may contribute to higher rates of anti-social behaviour. The seasonal context of January—post-holiday, reduced retail footfall, and shorter days—may partly explain lower outdoor crime rates, yet the vehicle crime spike suggests other factors are at play. While some categories, such as burglary, remain 44% below the UK average, the overall picture illustrates a combination of local demographics and national trends.

Vehicle crime in Redhill saw a dramatic 266.7% increase from December, rising from 3 to 11 incidents—a shift that defies expectations given the category's 40% below UK average status. This surge may be linked to post-holiday vehicle movement patterns or localized factors. Meanwhile, possession of weapons rose by 133.3%, climbing from 3 to 7 cases, a figure 186% above the UK average. This anomaly suggests a need for closer scrutiny of specific incidents. Conversely, other theft fell by 56.3% (16 to 7) and burglary dropped by 54.5% (11 to 5), both aligning with the area's 44% below UK average for burglary. These contrasting trends illustrate the complexity of crime dynamics, with some categories bucking national trends while others follow them closely.

Redhill's crime rate in January 2024 rose to 8.3 per 1,000 residents, marking a 6.4% increase from December's 7.8 per 1,000. This places the area 12.2% above the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000, a consistent trend over recent months. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 9 crimes per day in January, a figure that may reflect seasonal patterns or localized factors. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 121 residents, a monthly aggregate that contextualizes the scale of incidents for residents. While the overall rate is higher than the UK average, some categories, such as vehicle crime, remain 40% below the national figure. This contrast highlights the area's unique crime profile, shaped by its mix of urban and suburban characteristics, and underscores the need for targeted local analysis rather than broad generalizations.