Reigate Crime Rate April 2024 | Monthly Statistics

April 2024 presented a complex picture of crime trends in Reigate, with the built-up area maintaining a crime rate of 4.9 per 1,000 residents – 36.4% below the UK average of 7.7. This figure, while significantly lower than national benchmarks, marks an 11.9% increase from March's 4.4 rate, suggesting emerging patterns in community safety. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category (34.2% of total crimes), though this rate (1.7 per 1,000) is 34% below the UK average. Shoplifting, however, surged to 0.9 per 1,000 – 34% above the national rate of 0.7, reflecting potential seasonal influences from the Easter period. Anti-social behaviour also rose sharply, with 0.8 per 1,000 incidents, while public order offences (0.3 per 1,000) and other theft (0.3 per 1,000) both fell below UK averages. The spring weather and Easter-related foot traffic likely contributed to these fluctuations, with increased outdoor activity potentially impacting retail crime rates. This data highlights the interplay between local demographics, seasonal rhythms, and targeted policing efforts in shaping Reigate's crime profile.

April 2024 marked a stark contrast in crime trends, with shoplifting surging by 340% (from 5 to 22 incidents) – a jump that far outpaces the UK average for this category (0.7 per 1,000). This spike aligns with Easter-related retail activity and springtime foot traffic in Reigate's commercial zones. Anti-social behaviour also rose sharply by 90.9%, suggesting increased social interactions during the Easter holiday period. Violent crime rates remained 34% below the UK average (2.6 per 1,000), with violence and sexual offences comprising 34.2% of total crimes. Meanwhile, robbery and other crime categories fell by 50%, potentially reflecting heightened police presence or seasonal deterrence factors. The 34% gap between Reigate's shoplifting rate and the UK average (0.9 vs 0.7) underscores the need for targeted retail security measures.

Reigate's crime rate rose 11.9% from 4.4 to 4.9 per 1,000 residents in April 2024, marking the first increase since last autumn. At 4 crimes per day on average, this translates to one reported crime for every 205 residents over the course of the month. While this remains significantly below the UK average (7.7 per 1,000), the upward trend contrasts with the previous month's stability. The population-scaled perspective shows that the local rate is 36.4% lower than the national average, but the recent rise suggests shifting dynamics in community safety. Daily crime counts, though modest, highlight the need for continued vigilance in high-traffic areas and during peak outdoor activity periods linked to the Easter season.