Redhill Crime Rate February 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In February 2025, Redhill (Reigate and Banstead) recorded a crime rate of 5.5 per 1,000 residents, 17.9% below the UK average of 6.7. This figure reflects a built-up area's typical profile, where urban density and local amenities intersect with crime patterns. The most prevalent category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 43.6% of all reported crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (11.8%) and drugs (8.1%). These trends align with the area's character as a commuter town with a mix of residential and commercial zones, where social interactions and retail activity may contribute to higher rates of violent and anti-social incidents. The seasonal context of February—a winter month with low outdoor activity—may explain the relatively lower crime levels compared to peak summer months. However, the persistence of violence and sexual offences suggests that factors beyond seasonality, such as local social dynamics or policing strategies, play a role. The UK comparison highlights Redhill's relative safety, with its rate being 17.9% below the national average. This could be attributed to the area's compact nature and community-focused policing initiatives, though such speculation remains unconfirmed without further data. The breakdown of crime types also reveals that while anti-social behaviour is significantly below the UK average, drug-related offences are 60% above, indicating a divergence in local challenges compared to national trends. This contrast may be influenced by the area's proximity to larger urban centres, where drug-related activity is often more pronounced. As a built-up area within a larger borough, Redhill's crime profile illustrates the combination of local conditions and broader regional patterns.

February 2025 saw notable shifts in crime trends across Redhill. Vehicle crime surged by 60%, rising from 5 to 8 incidents, a change that may reflect increased parking activity during the winter months. Other crime also rose sharply, with a 50% increase from 4 to 6 cases, suggesting a possible uptick in unclassified incidents. Conversely, bicycle theft fell by 75%, dropping from 4 to 1, a decline consistent with the seasonal lull in outdoor activity. Theft from the person also decreased by 50%, from 2 to 1, potentially linked to reduced foot traffic in public spaces. Meanwhile, drug-related offences rose by 36.4%, from 11 to 15, a figure that places the area 60% above the UK average for this category. This contrast with the 28% below UK average for anti-social behaviour highlights a mixed picture, where certain categories deviate significantly from national norms. Residents may find the 75% drop in bicycle theft particularly reassuring, as it indicates a potential success in local prevention efforts.

Redhill's crime rate in February 2025 stood at 5.5 per 1,000 residents, marking a 13.5% decline from the previous month's 6.3. This reduction aligns with the typical seasonal pattern observed in built-up areas during winter, when outdoor activity diminishes and community engagement shifts indoors. On a daily basis, the area recorded an average of 7 crimes per day, a figure that contextualises the rate in terms of local rhythms. Over the course of the month, 1 in every 183 residents experienced a reported crime, a monthly aggregate that reflects the area's relatively low crime profile compared to the UK average. This ratio is particularly meaningful for residents, as it illustrates the likelihood of encountering crime within the community. The population context further underscores that Redhill's crime levels remain proportionally lower than the national average, despite the presence of retail and social hubs that could otherwise contribute to higher rates of property crime. The drop from the prior month may partly explain the reduced exposure, though can be established without further data.