Camberley Crime Rate August 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Camberley's August 2024 crime rate of 6.0 per 1,000 residents marked a significant departure from the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000, with the area recording a 26.8% lower rate. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 37.6% of all incidents (82 cases), followed by anti-social behaviour (21.6%, 47 cases). This pattern aligns with Camberley's character as a commuter-oriented town within Surrey Heath, where retail and residential areas may contribute to higher levels of anti-social behaviour. The seasonal context of August—peak holiday month—introduces potential risks, particularly for burglary due to increased empty homes and unoccupied properties. However, Camberley's violent crime rate (2.3 per 1,000) remains below the UK average, a trend consistent with its relatively low population density and strong community policing presence. The data also highlights a 13% excess in criminal damage and arson compared to the UK, possibly linked to local infrastructure or seasonal maintenance activities. These findings illustrate a combination of local demographics, geography, and seasonal factors, with Camberley's crime profile reflecting both national trends and unique regional characteristics.

August 2024 saw a 100% surge in bicycle theft, with incidents rising from 1 to 2. Robbery also doubled, moving from 0 to 2 cases, while burglary increased by 66.7% (3 to 5). These upward trends contrast with a 21.4% decline in other thefts, which fell from 14 to 11. The data also reveals a stark contrast in regional performance: Camberley's violent crime rate (2.3 per 1,000) is 14% below the UK average, but criminal damage and arson (0.7 per 1,000) are 13% above the national figure. Vehicle crime in Camberley (0.1 per 1,000) is 78% below the UK average, a figure that may reflect the area's lower density of parking spaces or reduced exposure to car-centric crime. For residents, the 21.4% drop in other thefts offers a concrete indicator of shifting patterns in property crime.

Camberley's crime rate in August 2024 remained stable at 6.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the previous month's figure. This consistency contrasts with broader UK trends, where Camberley's rate is 26.8% below the national average of 8.2 per 1,000. Locally, 7 crimes were reported daily on average, translating to one reported crime for every 167 residents over the month. This monthly exposure figure suggests a relatively low risk compared to the UK average, though it is not without local variations. The stability in the overall rate masks shifts in specific crime types, such as the 100% increase in bicycle theft and robbery, which may reflect seasonal factors like increased cycling during warmer weather or changes in local activity patterns. The population-scaled perspective highlights that Camberley's residents face a lower likelihood of encountering crime than the UK average, though localized risks persist in certain categories.