Tadworth and Epsom Downs Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Tadworth and Epsom Downs recorded a crime rate of 4.8 per 1,000 residents in November 2025, placing it 34.2% below the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000. This figure, while historically low for the area, reveals a notable shift in the crime balance: violent crimes (58 incidents) now outnumber property crimes (34) by over 60%, a trend that may reflect seasonal dynamics. The area’s crime profile is dominated by violence and sexual offences (2.2 per 1,000, 45% of total crimes), followed by anti-social behaviour (14% of total crimes). This concentration of violent incidents, though lower than the UK average for this category, contrasts with the area’s typically lower property crime rates. The seasonal context of November—marked by Bonfire Night, Black Friday shopping, and prolonged dark evenings—likely contributes to the rise in violent offences, as outdoor activities and retail crowds may amplify opportunities for conflict. However, the area’s anti-social behaviour rate (0.7 per 1,000) is 34% below the UK average, suggesting effective community management or lower levels of public disorder. Vehicle crime (0.5 per 1,000) is 25% above the UK average, a discrepancy that may stem from the area’s commuter infrastructure or traffic-heavy roads. While the overall rate remains stable, the shift in crime composition underscores the need to address violent incidents, which could be linked to local factors such as transient populations or seasonal stressors. The absence of a significant rise in property crime, despite the UK-wide trend, indicates the area’s relative safety in this domain, due to robust local policing or secure housing stock.

November 2025 saw a stark shift in crime composition, with violent crimes (58) making up 45% of total incidents, compared to property crimes (34) at 26%. This imbalance, while below the UK average for violence (14% lower), contrasts with the area’s usual pattern. Shoplifting increased by 200% from October, jumping from 1 to 3 incidents, a rise that could reflect post-Black Friday activity or heightened retail focus. Other crime surged by 500% (1 to 6), a figure that may indicate underreported issues or new crime trends. Meanwhile, burglary dropped by 80% (5 to 1), a marked decline linked to seasonal factors or targeted police interventions. The UK average comparison shows vehicle crime in the area is 25% higher than the national rate, a disparity that may stem from the area’s commuter infrastructure or road networks. For residents, the sharp rise in other crime—now at 6 incidents—suggests a need for vigilance in areas not traditionally high-risk.

The crime rate in Tadworth and Epsom Downs for November 2025 remained stable at 4.8 per 1,000 residents, a 1.5% increase from the previous month’s rate of 4.7. This minor fluctuation suggests no significant shift in overall safety, though local residents may note the daily rhythm of 4 reported crimes per day over the 30-day period. On a monthly scale, the area experienced one crime for every 209 residents, a figure that contextualises the frequency of incidents within the population. With a population of 26,925, the monthly exposure highlights how infrequent serious crimes are compared to the UK average. The stability in rates, despite seasonal factors like dark evenings and Black Friday, may reflect community resilience or effective local policing. However, the absence of a UK daily crime comparison means this figure remains specific to the area, underscoring the need for local-focused analysis rather than broad national benchmarks.