Reigate Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

April 2025 marked a combination of stability and change in Reigate's crime profile, with the area maintaining its position as one of the UK's safest built-up regions. The overall crime rate of 4.8 per 1,000 residents, 37.7% below the UK average of 7.7, reflects a long-standing trend of low crime incidence that has persisted despite seasonal fluctuations. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, accounting for 33.9% of all crimes, though this rate was 39% lower than the UK average. Anti-social behaviour, at 17.4% of total crimes, followed closely, with its 50% increase from March raising questions about the impact of Easter-related activity and springtime gatherings in public spaces. The seasonal context of April—marked by Easter celebrations and the transition to warmer weather—likely contributed to shifts in criminal activity patterns, with increased outdoor activity potentially driving both anti-social behaviour and public order offences. The rate of shoplifting fell by 30% compared to the previous month, a decline that may be attributed to enhanced retail security measures or a natural dip in demand during the Easter period. This month's data illustrates the nuanced relationship between environmental factors and crime trends, with Reigate's unique character as a commuter town and suburban hub playing a role in its distinct profile compared to more densely populated urban areas.

April 2025 brought notable shifts in Reigate's crime profile, with anti-social behaviour rising by 50% to 21 incidents, the highest recorded in the area this year. This increase, coupled with a 175% surge in other theft cases, points to emerging patterns that may reflect seasonal factors such as Easter-related disturbances or heightened foot traffic in public spaces. Conversely, burglary rates fell by 44.4%, a decline that aligns with Reigate's historically low property crime rates compared to the UK average. Violence and sexual offences, though still the most common category (33.9% of all crimes), remained 39% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. The sharp drop in shoplifting cases—30% fewer than March—suggests potential success in retail security measures, though this trend contrasts with the UK-wide average of 0.7 per 1,000 for shoplifting. Residents may find the 50% increase in anti-social behaviour particularly concerning, as this category now accounts for 17.4% of all reported crimes, a figure that exceeds the UK average by 40%.

April 2025 saw Reigate's crime rate rise to 4.8 per 1,000 residents, marking an 11.1% increase from the previous month's 4.3. This upward trend, though modest, contrasts with the area's overall position as one of the UK's safer regions. On a daily basis, Reigate recorded approximately four crimes per day in April, a figure that, while relatively low, reflects the area's small population of 25,220. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 208 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the rarity of crime in this built-up area. Compared to the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000, Reigate's rate remains 37.7% lower, a gap that highlights the effectiveness of local policing and community initiatives in maintaining safety. This monthly exposure figure, while seemingly small, is meaningful for residents who may perceive crime as a distant concern, reinforcing the need for continued vigilance in maintaining these low rates.