Caterham Crime Rate January 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Caterham’s crime rate in January 2024 stood at 6.1 per 1,000 residents, placing it 17.6% below the UK average of 7.4. This performance positions Caterham as one of the safer built-up areas within Tandridge, though the data reveals a complex picture of crime distribution. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 34.1% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (14.5%) and public order offences (11.6%). These figures suggest a focus on interpersonal conflicts and disruptive behaviour, which may be influenced by the area’s mix of residential and retail spaces. The seasonal context of January—marked by shorter days and post-holiday retail lulls—could partly explain the relatively low overall crime rate, as outdoor crimes typically decline during this time. However, the spike in public order offences, which exceeded the UK average by 46%, hints at localized tensions or challenges in managing community interactions during colder months. Caterham’s position as a commuter hub within Tandridge may also play a role, with fewer opportunities for certain crimes compared to more densely populated urban centres. While direct causes, the combination of low overall rates and specific category shifts illustrates the area’s unique crime profile, shaped by its geography and population dynamics.

January saw a striking 233.3% increase in shoplifting, with incidents rising from three to ten. This surge, though unusual, may reflect post-holiday retail patterns or targeted activity in local high streets. Public order offences also rose sharply by 77.8%, a shift that contrasts with the UK average for this category, which Caterham’s rate of 0.7 per 1,000 exceeds by 46%. Meanwhile, burglary and criminal damage both declined significantly, with burglary falling by 57.1% and criminal damage dropping by 40%. These decreases may align with seasonal factors, such as reduced foot traffic in January. Violence and sexual offences—accounting for 34.1% of all crimes—remained 19% below the UK average, a consistent trend that may reflect the area’s demographic profile or community policing efforts.

Caterham's crime rate in January 2024 rose slightly from 5.9 to 6.1 per 1,000 residents, a 3.7% increase compared to December. This shift, while modest, reflects local fluctuations that may align with seasonal rhythms. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately four crimes per day—a figure that, while informative, should be contextualised within Caterham’s unique demographic and geographic profile. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 163 residents, a monthly exposure rate that highlights the relatively low frequency of incidents in this built-up area. This statistic, when scaled to Caterham’s population of 22,470, underscores the area’s position as a place where crime remains a rare but not absent concern. The local context—its proximity to Tandridge’s rural expanses and its role as a commuter hub—may contribute to this pattern, with fewer opportunities for certain crimes compared to more densely populated urban centres.