Reigate Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Reigate's crime rate in July 2025 stood at 6.0 per 1,000 residents, placing it 30.2% below the UK average of 8.6. This performance reflects a consistent trend of lower-than-average crime levels in this built-up area, which balances residential suburbs with commercial hubs. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 34.4% of all reported incidents—31% below the UK average for this category. Anti-social behaviour followed at 14.6%, also significantly lower than the national average. The seasonal context of July, a peak summer month with schools out and tourism in full swing, may have influenced patterns: retail centres likely saw increased foot traffic, while open spaces hosted festivals and events. However, the overall rate remained stable compared to previous months, suggesting that local policing and community initiatives may have contributed to sustained low crime levels. The absence of major spikes in property crimes, such as burglary or vehicle crime, contrasts with some UK areas where summer holidays typically drive such offences. Reigate's performance highlights the importance of maintaining public safety measures during high-traffic periods, particularly in areas with concentrated retail or entertainment venues.

July 2025 saw three categories experience a 100% month-on-month increase: 'other crime' (1 to 2 incidents), 'possession of weapons' (0 to 3 incidents), and 'vehicle crime' (3 to 6 incidents). These jumps, while statistically significant, remain relatively small in absolute terms given Reigate's overall crime volume. The decrease in theft from the person by 50% (2 to 1 incident) may reflect heightened public awareness during the summer months, though this category remains rare at 0.0 per 1,000. Shoplifting rates (0.7 per 1,000) were 8% above the UK average, suggesting targeted retail areas may require additional monitoring. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour and public order offences both dropped by 20-30%, linked to the temporary absence of school-age populations during summer holidays. The contrast between Reigate's performance and UK averages in specific categories—such as burglary (48% above the UK rate) and other theft (45% below)—illustrates the area's unique characteristics, with its lower population density reducing opportunities for certain crimes. These fluctuations underscore the need for tailored crime prevention strategies that account for local demographics and seasonal activity patterns.

Reigate's crime rate rose slightly from 5.8 per 1,000 in June to 6.0 per 1,000 in July, a 3.5% increase. This small upward trend, however, remains well below the UK average and does not indicate a significant shift in overall safety. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 5 crimes per day in July, a figure that translates to 1 reported crime for every 167 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate provides context for residents: while not negligible, it places Reigate among the safer areas nationally. The population-scaled perspective highlights the rarity of crime in this built-up area, with violent offences (2.1 per 1,000) and property crimes (1.8 per 1,000) both substantially lower than UK averages. These statistics suggest that Reigate's residents face a markedly lower risk of victimisation compared to the average UK resident, even as the area navigates the challenges of summer tourism and increased public activity. The relatively stable crime rate despite seasonal fluctuations reinforces the effectiveness of existing community policing and local initiatives in maintaining public safety.