Caterham Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Caterham's crime profile in June 2025 reveals a combination of local and national trends, with public order offences standing out as a significant outlier. The area recorded 158 crimes at a rate of 7.0 per 1,000 residents—13.6% below the UK average of 8.1. This overall reduction is most pronounced in violent crime, where violence and sexual offences accounted for 34.8% of all incidents (55 cases), yet still remained 13% below the UK rate. Anti-social behaviour followed closely with 16.5% of total crimes (26 cases), also 15% below the national average. However, public order offences—22 cases at 1.0 per 1,000 residents—surged 69% above the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000. This anomaly may be linked to Caterham's built-up character within Tandridge, where commercial and residential zones intersect, potentially creating environments conducive to disorderly conduct. Seasonal factors also play a role: as June marks the start of summer, increased foot traffic and leisure activities may contribute to a rise in public order incidents. Meanwhile, shoplifting and vehicle crime both fell below UK averages, with shoplifting at 0.6 per 1,000 (8.2% of total crimes) and vehicle crime at 0.2 per 1,000 (3.2% of total crimes). These declines align with broader UK trends of reduced vehicle thefts and retail crime, influenced by improved security measures or seasonal retail patterns. The data underscores the importance of localized analysis: while Caterham's overall crime rate remains relatively low, specific categories like public order require targeted attention. This balance between national trends and local peculiarities highlights the need for nuanced policing strategies that account for Caterham's unique demographic and geographic context.

June 2025 saw a sharp 100% increase in robbery, with one incident reported after none in May. This spike, though statistically small, may signal emerging patterns or isolated incidents warranting attention. Violence and sexual offences rose by 37.5% compared to May, reaching 55 cases—a rate of 2.5 per 1,000 residents, 13% below the UK average. This contrast suggests that while Caterham's violent crime rate remains lower than national levels, local pressures may be intensifying. Conversely, drugs-related offences fell by 62.5%, dropping from 16 to 6 cases—a shift that could reflect changes in local drug markets or policing efforts. Vehicle crime also declined by 37.5%, aligning with a broader UK trend of reduced thefts from vehicles. However, public order offences surged by 62.5%, reaching 22 incidents at a rate of 1.0 per 1,000 residents—69% above the UK average. This anomaly may be linked to Caterham's specific social dynamics, such as high-traffic areas or seasonal events that amplify disorderly conduct.

Caterham's crime rate in June 2025 remained stable at 7.0 per 1,000 residents, a 2.0% decrease from the previous month's 7.2 per 1,000. This consistency suggests no abrupt shifts in criminal activity, though localized factors may still influence patterns. Daily crime figures show an average of five reported incidents each day, reflecting a low but persistent level of activity. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 142 residents, a metric that contextualizes the scale of incidents relative to the population. This rate is lower than the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000, but the distribution of crime types reveals distinct regional characteristics. For example, public order offences in Caterham are 69% above the UK average, indicating a potential mismatch between local enforcement priorities and the specific challenges of the area. These figures, while modest, highlight the importance of tailored strategies to address unique crime profiles without overgeneralizing from national trends.