Tadworth and Epsom Downs Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Tadworth and Epsom Downs recorded a crime rate of 5.0 per 1,000 residents in September 2025, placing it 32.4% below the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000. This figure reflects a built-up area with a mix of residential and potentially commercial zones, where crime patterns are influenced by seasonal rhythms and local demographics. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 50.8% of all reported incidents — a share consistent with the area’s proximity to educational institutions and commuter hubs, which may contribute to higher rates of violent crime during periods of transition, such as the return to school and university freshers’ week. Public order offences and anti-social behaviour, while lower than the national average, show a combination of factors, including the area’s relatively quiet streets and potential for community policing to reduce visible disorder. September’s seasonal context — marked by the return to structured routines and shorter evenings — may have contributed to a slight overall decline in crime compared to August, though the sharp rise in burglary remains an outlier. The low rates of shoplifting and theft from the person suggest that the area’s retail and tourist presence may be limited, reducing opportunities for such crimes. These patterns illustrate how local geography, population density, and seasonal cycles shape the crime picture in Tadworth and Epsom Downs.

The most dramatic month-on-month change was a 700% increase in burglary, rising from 1 to 8 incidents. This spike, though small in absolute terms, contrasts sharply with the 47.6% decline in anti-social behaviour, which dropped from 21 to 11 cases. The shift in crime mix is also notable: violent crimes (50.8% of total) remain the dominant category, but property crimes now account for 26.1% (35 cases) — a slight increase compared to previous months. Violence and sexual offences in the area are 3% below the UK average (2.5 vs 2.6 per 1,000), while anti-social behaviour is 66% below the national rate (0.4 vs 1.2 per 1,000). This divergence suggests the area’s crime profile is shaped by factors such as its built-up nature and proximity to commuter routes, which may reduce opportunities for anti-social behaviour but leave residential zones vulnerable to burglary. Residents may find the 700% rise in burglary particularly concerning, as it indicates a sudden and unexplained shift in local crime dynamics.

Tadworth and Epsom Downs saw a slight decline in its overall crime rate, falling from 5.2 to 5.0 per 1,000 residents in September 2025, marking a 5% monthly decrease. This reduction aligns with broader trends observed in other parts of Reigate and Banstead, where seasonal transitions often correlate with shifts in crime patterns. Locally, the daily crime count averaged 4 incidents per day over the month, reflecting a steady but manageable pace of reported crimes. When scaled to the population, the monthly exposure rate means one reported crime occurred for every 201 residents — a figure that, while specific to this area, provides a tangible sense of risk for local residents. Comparing this to the UK average, the area’s crime rate remains lower, with the 5.0 per 1,000 figure placing it 32.4% below the national benchmark. This contrast highlights the area’s relative safety, particularly in relation to categories like anti-social behaviour and shoplifting, which are significantly below UK averages. However, the sharp increase in burglary raises questions about localized factors that may have emerged over the past month, such as changes in property security or unseasonal activity in residential zones.