Camberley Crime Rate January 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences accounted for 27.7% of all crimes in Camberley during January 2024, making them the dominant category in the area’s crime profile. With an overall crime rate of 6.0 per 1,000 residents, Camberley recorded 18.9% fewer crimes than the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000. This urbanised built-up area within Surrey Heath shows a distinct seasonal pattern, with January’s shorter days and post-holiday retail quietude likely contributing to a 37.1% reduction in violence and sexual offences compared to December. However, shoplifting remained a persistent issue, with 14.6% of all crimes falling into this category—58% above the UK average. The area’s mix of retail spaces and residential zones may explain this discrepancy, as shoplifting rates often correlate with high street footfall. While anti-social behaviour accounted for 15.9% of crimes, its rate matched the UK average, suggesting no significant deviation from national trends. The seasonal context of January—typically marked by reduced outdoor activity and lower retail engagement—may have dampened opportunities for certain crimes, though the sharp increase in vehicle crime (225% month-on-month) highlights vulnerabilities in car security that require closer examination.

January 2024 saw a dramatic 225% increase in vehicle crime, with incidents rising from 4 to 13. This surge, though still below the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000, raises questions about whether recent changes in parking patterns or vehicle security practices have created new risks. Burglary also rose sharply by 166.7%, reflecting a shift in criminal activity that may be linked to colder weather driving indoor crime patterns. Conversely, public order offences fell by 42.3%—a stark contrast to the previous month’s 26 incidents—possibly due to reduced social gatherings during the post-holiday period. Violence and sexual offences, the most significant category, dropped by 37.1% from December’s 97 to January’s 61, though they remained 35% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. Residents may find the 58% above-average shoplifting rate particularly concerning, as it suggests vulnerabilities in retail security that could be exacerbated by the area’s high street presence. Meanwhile, drugs offences surged by 133.3%, a figure that, while still below the UK average, warrants attention given the potential links to seasonal changes in illicit activity.

Camberley’s January 2024 crime rate of 6.0 per 1,000 residents marked a 2.6% decrease from December’s 6.2, reflecting a slight but notable decline in overall criminal activity. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 7 crimes per day, a figure that, while relatively low, underscores the persistent need for community vigilance. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 166 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is lower than the UK average when considering Camberley’s urbanised built-up area status. This suggests that Camberley’s combination of residential density and retail infrastructure may contribute to a more concentrated but manageable crime profile compared to broader UK trends. The 18.9% gap between Camberley’s rate and the UK average highlights the effectiveness of local policing strategies, though the sharp rise in vehicle crime and drugs offences indicates areas requiring targeted interventions. When viewed through a population-scaled lens, Camberley’s crime statistics illustrate a balance between urban challenges and successful community-focused crime prevention efforts.