Camberley Crime Rate May 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Camberley's crime rate in May 2023 stood at 6.4 per 1,000 residents, 20% below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. This figure reflects a combination of seasonal factors and local demographics, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 33.3% of all reported crimes. The prominence of violent crime in Camberley, compared to the UK average of 2.8 per 1,000 for this category, suggests a need for targeted interventions in areas where alcohol-fuelled incidents are concentrated. Anti-social behaviour, making up 20.9% of total crimes, may be exacerbated by the area's mix of residential and retail zones, which can lead to increased social interactions during longer evenings. Shoplifting, at 12.4% of all crimes, remains a significant concern, with Camberley's rate 63% above the UK average. This discrepancy may be partially explained by the town's retail presence and the seasonal context of May, which includes bank holidays and extended daylight hours that encourage outdoor activity. The overall crime rate, while lower than the UK average, shows a mixed picture: property crimes have declined, but violent and anti-social crimes have remained elevated, requiring continued attention from local authorities and residents alike.

May 2023 saw a 200% increase in theft from the person, with reports rising from one to three incidents. This spike, coupled with a 100% rise in robbery, signals a troubling trend in personal safety. While violent crimes accounted for 33.3% of all reported incidents, the UK average for this category is 24% lower, suggesting Camberley's violent crime rate remains high. Shoplifting rates in Camberley were 63% above the UK average, a figure that may be linked to the area's retail presence and the seasonal context of longer evenings and outdoor socialising. Conversely, vehicle crime dropped 72.2% compared to April, likely due to reduced foot traffic during the Easter holidays. These contrasting trends highlight the need for targeted policing in high-risk areas while celebrating the decline in property-related crimes.

Camberley's crime rate in May 2023 fell to 6.4 per 1,000 residents, an 8.9% decrease from April's 7.1 per 1,000. This reduction aligns with broader trends in property crime, where vehicle crime and burglary both declined sharply. Daily crime statistics show an average of eight crimes reported each day in Camberley, reflecting a consistent but manageable level of activity. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 156 residents, a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure for local residents. When compared to the UK average, Camberley's overall rate remains 20% below the national figure, highlighting its relatively safer profile despite the recent spikes in specific categories. The population-scaled perspective reveals that while Camberley's rate is lower than the UK average, the absolute number of crimes reported—234 in total—still requires attention, particularly in areas where violent crime and anti-social behaviour remain concentrated.