Tadworth and Epsom Downs Crime Rate December 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Tadworth and Epsom Downs recorded a crime rate of 3.6 per 1,000 residents in December 2024, 49.3% below the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000. This stark deviation from the national norm positions the area as an outlier in terms of safety, with violence and sexual offences contributing 37.5% of all crimes—1.3 per 1,000 residents, 49% below the UK average. The area’s crime profile reflects a balance between property and violent crime, with property crimes (38 incidents) and violent crimes (36 incidents) each accounting for nearly 40% of the total. This distribution contrasts with the UK average, where property crime typically dominates. December’s seasonal context—characterised by dark evenings, holiday-related foot traffic, and empty homes—may have influenced patterns, though the overall crime rate remains low. The 3.6 rate is particularly notable in a built-up area within Reigate and Banstead, where urban centres often see higher crime rates. The area’s lower-than-average violent crime rate may be attributed to its suburban character, with fewer concentrated nightlife hubs or high-density housing that typically correlate with higher rates of violence. Meanwhile, the 49% below UK average for violence and sexual offences highlights a broader trend of community safety, linked to effective local policing or demographic factors such as an older population or lower youth unemployment. The presence of anti-social behaviour (10 incidents) and other theft (11 incidents) as significant contributors suggests a mix of minor incidents and occasional more serious crimes, but the overall low volume indicates a generally secure environment.

December marked an 83.3% increase in other theft, rising from six to 11 incidents. This surge, though modest in absolute terms, suggests shifting patterns in property crime, possibly linked to increased online shopping during the festive season or targeted thefts in retail areas. Conversely, criminal damage and arson fell by 75%, from 20 to five incidents, likely reflecting reduced public gatherings and event-related vandalism during the holiday period. The area’s violent crime rate of 1.3 per 1,000 residents—49% below the UK average—contrasts sharply with national trends, indicating a stable or improving environment for personal safety. Meanwhile, bicycle theft dropped by two-thirds, from three to one incident, a decline consistent with lower outdoor activity during colder months and heightened awareness among residents.

December 2024 saw a 29.3% drop in the area’s crime rate, falling from 5.1 to 3.6 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with typical December patterns, where seasonal factors such as reduced foot traffic during holidays and shorter daylight hours may temper certain crime types. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately three crimes per day, a figure that reflects the overall low crime environment. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 280 residents, a rate that places the area well below the UK average. This monthly exposure statistic offers residents a tangible sense of risk, illustrating that the likelihood of encountering crime in their daily lives remains minimal. The population-scaled perspective further contextualises these figures, showing that even with the 3.6 rate, the area’s crime burden is distributed across its 26,925 residents in a way that contrasts sharply with broader UK trends.