Reigate Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Reigate's crime profile in October 2025 reveals a striking contrast between local patterns and national averages. The area's overall crime rate of 5.5 per 1,000 residents places it 28.6% below the UK average of 7.7, a position consistent with its character as a largely suburban commuter town with strong community infrastructure. The most prevalent crime category, violence and sexual offences (32 cases, 23.0% of total), is 51% below the UK average for this category, a figure that aligns with Reigate's relatively low levels of nightlife activity and robust local policing presence. Shoplifting emerges as a significant outlier, with 26 reported incidents (1.0 per 1,000) — 59% above the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000. This discrepancy may partly explain by the area's high retail density, including the Reigate High Street's concentration of independent shops and supermarkets, which creates opportunities for opportunistic theft. Anti-social behaviour (20 cases, 14.4% of total) and public order offences (14 cases, 10.1%) further reflect the challenges of managing community spaces during October, when darker evenings and the proximity of Halloween may contribute to increased disorder incidents. The seasonal context of October — with clocks going back and shorter daylight hours — likely influences crime patterns, though the overall rate remains stable compared to other months in the region.

October 2025 saw dramatic shifts in specific crime categories, with 'other crime' and 'drugs' both tripling from 2 to 6 incidents — a 200% increase each. This surge, though small in absolute terms, suggests potential changes in local enforcement priorities or reporting practices. Conversely, burglary dropped by 60% (from 5 to 2 cases), a decline that may reflect the success of recent community safety initiatives targeting residential areas. The balance between property and violent crime also shifted: property crimes (61 cases) accounted for 43.9% of total incidents, while violent crimes (32 cases) made up 23.0%, a proportion 14.5 percentage points below the UK average for violent crime. This divergence is consistent with Reigate's demographic profile, where the absence of large-scale commercial zones or densely populated housing blocks reduces opportunities for property-related offences. Shoplifting's 59% above-average rate contrasts sharply with the 67% below-average rate for burglary, highlighting the uneven distribution of risk factors across crime types. Residents may find the 200% increase in 'other crime' particularly noteworthy, as this category often includes minor incidents that could be addressed through local awareness campaigns.

Reigate's crime rate rose by 23.0% month-on-month from 4.5 to 5.5 per 1,000 residents in October 2025, though it remains significantly below the UK average. This increase translates to roughly 4 crimes reported per day — a figure that, while higher than the previous month, still represents a low frequency compared to larger urban centres. Over the course of October, 1 crime occurred for every 181 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is 33.5% lower than the UK average of 1 in 135 residents. When scaled to Reigate's population of 25,220, the 139 total crimes equate to just 0.55% of the population being directly affected, a proportion that underscores the area's overall safety. The previous month's rate of 4.5 per 1,000 provides context for this rise, suggesting a possible seasonal fluctuation rather than a sustained trend. Daily crime statistics, while not directly comparable to national figures, offer a tangible perspective for residents: the average of 4 crimes per day in October is equivalent to one crime occurring roughly every 7.5 hours. This frequency, though higher than September, remains well within the range of typical suburban crime patterns. The population-scaled analysis further reinforces the notion that Reigate's crime management strategies — including targeted patrols and community engagement — have effectively mitigated risks despite the month-on-month increase.