Reigate Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

The crime mix in Reigate during June 2025 reveals a distinct profile shaped by both local characteristics and seasonal rhythms. With a crime rate of 5.8 per 1,000—28.4% below the UK average—the area demonstrates a consistently lower level of criminal activity. The top three crime types, accounting for 64.2% of all reported incidents, are violence and sexual offences (30.1%), anti-social behaviour (16.4%), and shoplifting (13.7%). This distribution suggests a balance between interpersonal crime and public disorder, with shoplifting's prominence possibly linked to Reigate's retail presence and the influx of summer visitors. The UK average for violence and sexual offences is 2.9 per 1,000, meaning Reigate's rate is 41% lower, a figure that may reflect effective community policing or a lower prevalence of high-risk environments. Anti-social behaviour's 30% gap from the UK average (1.4 per 1,000) further supports the notion of a relatively stable community, though the 60% month-on-month increase in this category raises questions about emerging pressures. The seasonal context of June, marking the beginning of summer, likely influences these patterns—longer days and increased tourism may contribute to higher levels of public interaction, which could both drive anti-social behaviour and amplify the impact of shoplifting. The relatively low rates of burglary (4.1% of total crimes) and vehicle crime (2.1%)—both significantly below UK averages—suggest that Reigate's built-up area, while active, may benefit from effective urban design or community initiatives that deter property-related crimes. The data also highlights the importance of distinguishing between different crime types: while violence remains a concern, its rate is lower than the national benchmark, indicating that Reigate's crime profile is not defined by extreme violence but rather by a combination of public disorder and retail-focused offences. This nuanced picture invites further exploration into how local factors, such as the presence of schools, retail hubs, or community centres, interact with crime trends. The overall picture, therefore, is one of a safer area with specific vulnerabilities that align with its role as a commuter town and the seasonal dynamics of summer.

June 2025 saw a 60% increase in anti-social behaviour, rising from 15 to 24 incidents. This surge, coupled with a 50% rise in public order offences, suggests heightened community tensions or increased public gatherings during the summer season. Shoplifting, at 20 incidents (13.7% of total crimes), remains 27% above the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000, indicating a specific vulnerability in retail areas. Conversely, vehicle crime fell by 50% to 3 incidents, potentially reflecting reduced car usage during the summer or improved security measures. The dominance of violence and sexual offences (30.1% of all crimes) at 44 incidents, which is 41% below the UK average of 2.9 per 1,000, underscores a complex mix of local dynamics—perhaps influenced by Reigate's role as a commuter hub with transient populations. Residents may find the 27% above UK average for shoplifting particularly noteworthy, as it points to targeted retail crime that could benefit from focused interventions.

Reigate's crime rate in June 2025 rose by 3.6% compared to the previous month's 5.6 per 1,000, reaching 5.8 per 1,000. This small upward trend aligns with the start of summer, a season often associated with increased public activity and events in built-up areas. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 5 crimes per day over the month, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents for residents. When viewed through the lens of population, the monthly exposure rate of 1 crime for every 173 residents provides a tangible measure of risk. This rate is lower than the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000, reflecting a consistently safer environment. The population-scaled perspective highlights that while the rate has increased slightly, it remains well below the national benchmark, suggesting that local factors—such as community engagement or policing strategies—may contribute to this sustained disparity. The comparison also underscores that even with the 3.6% rise, Reigate's overall crime profile remains significantly more secure than the UK average.