Tadworth and Epsom Downs Crime Rate August 2024 | Monthly Statistics

The crime profile of Tadworth and Epsom Downs in August 2024 reveals a distinct balance between violent and property-related incidents, shaped by the area's built-up character within Reigate and Banstead. With a total of 141 crimes reported, the overall rate of 5.2 per 1,000 residents places the area 36.6% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 31.9% of all crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (15.6%) and public order offences (11.4%). This mix suggests a focus on community-based incidents rather than large-scale property crime, which aligns with the area's suburban nature. The seasonal context of August, a peak holiday month, may influence these patterns, with empty homes potentially increasing burglary risk and increased foot traffic contributing to public order issues. However, property crimes as a whole remain below the UK average, with vehicle crime, shoplifting, and bicycle theft all significantly underperforming nationally. This contrast highlights the area's relative safety in certain categories, despite the rise in vehicle-related offences. The dominance of violent and public order crimes over property crimes may reflect local dynamics, such as the presence of community events or the impact of summer evenings on social interactions. While the overall crime rate is lower than the national average, the 25% above UK average for burglary indicates a specific vulnerability that warrants attention. The balance of crime types thus illustrates a community grappling with interpersonal and public order challenges, rather than widespread property crime, a trend that could be influenced by the area's demographic composition and seasonal rhythms.

August 2024 witnessed a dramatic 1000% increase in vehicle crime, rising from 1 to 11 incidents. This sharp rise may be linked to the area's commuter traffic patterns or temporary vehicle storage during the summer holidays. Public order offences also jumped by 166.7%, from 6 to 16, potentially reflecting increased community activity during the peak holiday month. Violence and sexual offences, however, decreased slightly by 6.3%, a trend that may align with the seasonal ebb of certain social gatherings. Burglary in the area remained 25% above the UK average (0.4 vs 0.3 per 1,000), a statistic that contrasts with the overall lower crime rate. For residents, the 1000% spike in vehicle crime highlights the need for heightened vigilance around parked vehicles during the holiday season.

Tadworth and Epsom Downs' crime rate in August 2024 (5.2 per 1,000 residents) reflects a 27.2% increase from the previous month's 4.1 per 1,000. This rise, though notable, remains 36.6% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 5 crimes per day in August, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents within a built-up area. Monthly exposure shows that, over the course of the month, one crime occurred for roughly every 191 residents. This ratio, while not negligible, underscores the area's relative safety compared to national trends. The population of 26,925 further scales these figures, illustrating that the rate of crime is distributed across a community of modest size. The increase from July to August may be attributed to seasonal factors, such as the influx of holiday visitors, which could temporarily elevate certain types of crime.