Caterham Crime Rate March 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Caterham’s overall crime rate in March 2024 stood at 6.3 per 1,000 residents, a figure that places the area 18.2% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This performance is underpinned by a mix of crime types, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 37.6% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (14.2%) and public order offences (7.1%). The seasonal context of March—marked by the transition to spring and longer evenings—may have influenced patterns, particularly in areas with high foot traffic or residential density. While violent crime remains lower than the UK average, property crimes, particularly burglary, have shown a marked increase, raising questions about local vulnerabilities. The area’s built-up character within Tandridge suggests a mix of residential and commercial activity, which may contribute to both the lower violent crime rates and the recent spikes in property-related offences. The data highlights the need for a nuanced understanding of how seasonal shifts and local demographics intersect with crime trends, particularly as the area adapts to changing patterns of activity and exposure.

March 2024 saw a dramatic 400% increase in burglary, rising from two to ten incidents, marking the most significant month-on-month swing in the area. This surge, coupled with a 200% rise in drug-related crimes and a 100% increase in bicycle theft, indicates a sharp shift in criminal activity. These increases contrast with notable declines in criminal damage and arson (-61.5%), robbery (-50.0%), and public order offences (-23.1%), suggesting a combination of factors. Caterham’s burglary rate (0.5 per 1,000) is 56% above the UK average (0.3 per 1,000), a stark deviation that may reflect heightened vulnerability in residential areas during the spring transition. Conversely, violent crime (2.4 per 1,000) is 10% below the UK average (2.7 per 1,000), a trend consistent with the area’s lower-than-average rates for anti-social behaviour and public order offences.

Caterham’s crime rate in March 2024 (6.3 per 1,000 residents) represents a 2.0% decrease from February’s 6.4 per 1,000, reflecting a slight downward trend over the past month. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately five crimes per day, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents in local life. Over the course of March, one reported crime occurred for every 159 residents, illustrating the relative frequency of incidents within the community. This monthly exposure figure, while localised, provides a tangible sense of how crime permeates daily routines. Compared to the UK average, Caterham’s overall rate remains 18.2% below, a consistent trend that aligns with the area’s lower-than-average rates for violent crimes and anti-social behaviour. However, the localised spike in burglary and other crimes highlights specific vulnerabilities that may require targeted attention, particularly in light of seasonal transitions affecting property security.