Reigate Crime Rate August 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Reigate's crime profile in August 2023, accounting for 31% of all reported incidents. This category, at 1.8 per 1,000 residents, remains 32% below the UK average of 2.6, suggesting effective local interventions or community resilience. Anti-social behaviour followed at 17.2%, also significantly lower than the national rate of 1.4 per 1,000. Public order offences and criminal damage and arson each contributed 10.3%, with the former matching the UK average and the latter slightly below it. The overall crime rate of 5.8 per 1,000 residents—28.4% below the UK average—reflects a combination of proactive policing and the area's character as a relatively stable built-up district. Seasonal factors, however, may have influenced certain trends: August's peak holiday season likely increased burglary risks due to empty homes, a pattern consistent with other rural and suburban areas during summer. Despite these fluctuations, Reigate's crime profile remains markedly safer than the national average, with property crimes (55) slightly outnumbering violent crimes (45). This balance may be partly explained by the area's mix of residential and commercial spaces, which can drive both theft-related offences and public order issues. The lower rates of shoplifting and vehicle crime, at 33% and 59% below UK averages respectively, further illustrate the effectiveness of local strategies in curbing specific crime types. As August transitions into the autumn, monitoring these trends will be crucial to maintaining Reigate's current safety trajectory.

August saw sharp increases in vehicle crime (+500%), bicycle theft (+200%), and burglary (+150%). Violence and sexual offences decreased by 10% to 45 incidents, a drop that may reflect seasonal shifts in public activity. Anti-social behaviour and shoplifting remained below UK rates, with the latter at 33% lower than the national average. The rise in burglary, however, contrasts with the overall trend and may be linked to August's peak holiday season, when empty homes could increase vulnerability. These fluctuations highlight the importance of targeted policing during high-risk periods, even as Reigate maintains its position as a safer-than-average area.

Reigate's crime rate in August 2023 rose 19.8% from 4.8 to 5.8 per 1,000 residents compared to July, reflecting a slight upward trend. This increase, though modest, aligns with seasonal patterns where holiday activity may temporarily elevate certain crime types. Locally, 5 crimes were reported daily on average, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents within the community. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for every 174 residents, a monthly exposure rate that highlights the relative safety of the area despite the rise. With a population of 25,220, the absolute number of crimes remains low when scaled against the size of the community, reinforcing Reigate's position as a relatively secure built-up area. The comparison to the UK average, however, underscores the effectiveness of local policing or community initiatives in maintaining lower rates, particularly in categories like anti-social behaviour and shoplifting.