Tadworth and Epsom Downs Crime Rate August 2025 | Monthly Statistics

The crime profile of Tadworth and Epsom Downs in August 2025 reveals a distinct balance of violent and non-violent crime types. Violence and sexual offences dominated with 60 incidents (42.6% of total crimes), followed by anti-social behaviour (14.9%) and public order offences (13.5%). This mix contrasts with the UK average, where violence and sexual offences account for 23% of all crimes. The area’s crime rate of 5.2 per 1,000 residents places it 35.8% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000, a disparity likely influenced by the area’s suburban character and lower population density. The dominance of violent crime may partly reflect the presence of community hubs and local amenities that attract regular social interaction, though the absence of major commercial districts reduces property crime risks. Anti-social behaviour and public order offences, both significantly below UK averages, suggest effective local policing or community engagement initiatives. Shoplifting and robbery were 84% and 90% below UK averages respectively, indicating minimal retail crime despite the area’s proximity to commuter routes. Seasonal factors in August—peak holiday activity and increased tourism—typically raise burglary risks in empty homes, yet burglary rates fell sharply. This anomaly may be attributed to heightened security measures or the transient nature of summer visitors. The overall crime mix suggests a community where interpersonal disputes and public conduct dominate over economic crimes, a pattern consistent with areas prioritising social cohesion and community policing.

August 2025 saw significant shifts in specific crime categories. Shoplifting and robbery both doubled compared to July, with 2 incidents each (a 100% increase from zero). Vehicle crime rose by 42.9% (7 to 10 incidents), possibly linked to increased summer traffic or unsecured vehicles. Conversely, burglary and drugs-related offences fell sharply—burglary dropped 87.5% (8 to 1), and drugs offences declined 85.7% (7 to 1), suggesting reduced opportunities for illicit activity during the busy summer months. Public order offences stood out as the only category exceeding the UK average by 21%, potentially reflecting heightened enforcement during holiday periods or increased public gatherings. Violence and sexual offences, though the most common crime type, were 23% below the UK average, a trend consistent with the area’s lower population density and robust community support networks. Anti-social behaviour, at 14.9% of total crimes, remained 45% below the UK average, indicating effective local interventions. These shifts highlight the area’s unique response to seasonal dynamics, with property crime declining while violent and public order offences fluctuated based on community activity and policing focus.

The crime rate in August 2025 (5.2 per 1,000 residents) marked a 6.1% increase from the previous month’s rate of 4.9 per 1,000, though it remains well below the UK average. Locally, this translates to roughly 5 crimes reported each day over the 31-day period, or one reported crime for every 191 residents during the month. With a population of 26,925, the monthly exposure of 1-in-191 residents is lower than the UK average, which would likely be higher given the area’s overall lower crime rate. The previous month’s rate (4.9) and the current rate (5.2) suggest a slight seasonal uptick, possibly influenced by August’s tourism and holiday activity. However, the sharp decline in burglary and drugs-related offences contrasts with typical seasonal patterns, where empty homes and transient populations might increase property crime. This anomaly could reflect either improved security measures or the transient nature of summer visitors. The daily crime count of 5 incidents remains consistent with the area’s historical trend of low to moderate crime levels, reinforcing the effectiveness of local policing and community engagement strategies in maintaining public safety.