Camberley Crime Rate May 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Camberley’s crime rate in May 2024 stood at 6.6 per 1,000 residents, 21.4% below the UK average of 8.4. This figure reflects a generally low-crime environment, but the breakdown reveals shifts that merit closer attention. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, accounting for 28.3% of all crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (19.6%) and public order offences (12.1%). The seasonal context of May—marked by longer evenings, bank holidays, and increased outdoor activity—likely contributes to the rise in anti-social behaviour and public order issues. While Camberley’s overall rate remains comfortably below the UK average, the spike in vehicle crime and the emergence of robbery as a reported category highlight areas for potential intervention. The area’s low burglary rate (0.4 per 1,000) and minimal drug-related offences (0.2 per 1,000) suggest a stable residential profile with limited exposure to more severe crime types. However, the increase in public order offences, which exceed the UK average by 27%, may signal challenges in managing local social dynamics during peak activity hours. This data aligns with Camberley’s character as a built-up area within Surrey Heath, where commercial and residential zones coexist, potentially driving both retail-related crimes and community-focused issues.

Vehicle crime in Camberley spiked by 142.9% in May, rising from 7 to 17 incidents—a stark increase that may partly explain the overall rate’s rise. This surge could reflect heightened traffic congestion during school holidays or increased vehicle-related activity in retail zones. Anti-social behaviour also more than doubled, jumping from 23 to 47 cases, a change consistent with May’s longer evenings and bank holidays, which often correlate with increased outdoor socialising. Meanwhile, robbery—previously absent in the data—emerged with two reported incidents, marking a new category of concern. Public order offences, at 29 cases, exceeded the UK average by 27%, suggesting a potential link to the area’s growing nightlife presence or events. These shifts underscore the need for residents to remain vigilant in public spaces, particularly during late hours.

Camberley's crime rate rose by 11.7% in May 2024 compared to 5.9 per 1,000 in April, marking the first increase in the past year. This shift translates to 8 reported crimes per day on average—a figure that, while lower than many urban areas, warrants attention given the area’s typically low crime profile. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 152 residents, a monthly exposure rate that sits comfortably below the UK average but highlights the need for vigilance during peak activity periods. The population-scaled perspective shows that Camberley’s 36,429 residents collectively experienced a 6.6 per 1,000 crime rate, which. below the UK average, includes a notable shift in crime patterns. This rise follows a prolonged period of stability, suggesting seasonal or environmental factors may have influenced recent activity levels.