Tandridge Crime Rate May 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Tandridge's overall crime rate in May 2023 stood at 5.4 per 1,000 residents, marking a 32.5% reduction compared to the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. This figure underscores Tandridge's position as one of the safer local authority districts in the country. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 34.0% of all reported crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour at 18.3% and other theft at 11.3%. These figures align with the area's character as a largely rural district with a mix of suburban and semi-rural communities, where community cohesion and lower population density may contribute to lower crime rates. Seasonal factors in May—such as longer evenings, increased outdoor drinking, and socialising—likely influence patterns of violence and anti-social behaviour, though the rates remain significantly below national averages. The low incidence of property crimes, particularly shoplifting (59% below UK average) and burglary (35% below UK average), suggests effective local deterrents or a lower prevalence of targeted opportunities in Tandridge. While the overall crime rate is low, the dominance of violent crimes highlights the need for continued focus on community safety initiatives and targeted interventions in areas where such incidents occur.

May 2023 saw notable shifts in crime trends, with possession of weapons increasing by 133.3% compared to April, a stark rise from three to seven incidents. This spike, though still low in absolute terms, may reflect heightened awareness or enforcement efforts in the area. Theft from the person also doubled, rising from one to two cases, a 100% increase that could be linked to increased foot traffic during the spring season. Conversely, robbery rates fell by 71.4%, dropping from seven to two incidents, a decline consistent with the overall trend of reduced property crimes. Public order offences decreased by 20.8%, influenced by local efforts to manage community events or outdoor drinking during longer evenings. Tandridge's violence and sexual offences rate of 1.8 per 1,000 is 35% below the UK average of 2.8 per 1,000, a disparity that may reflect the area's lower population density and stronger community ties. Meanwhile, vehicle crime dropped by 19.4%, due to reduced commuter activity or improved vehicle security measures. These fluctuations highlight the dynamic nature of crime patterns and the importance of ongoing monitoring to address emerging trends.

Tandridge's May 2023 crime rate of 5.4 per 1,000 represents a 5.7% increase from the previous month's rate of 5.1 per 1,000, a modest upward trend that does not detract from its status as a low-crime area. On a daily basis, the district recorded approximately 16 crimes per day in May, a figure that provides residents with a tangible sense of the local crime profile. When scaled to the population, this translates to one reported crime for roughly every 186 residents over the course of the month—a statistic that contextualises the low overall rate and underscores the area's safety profile. With a population of 90,586, Tandridge's crime statistics must be interpreted within the broader framework of its demographic and geographic characteristics. As a largely rural district with limited urban centres, the lower incidence of property crimes such as burglary and shoplifting aligns with the reduced presence of high-traffic retail areas or densely populated housing. However, the relatively higher proportion of violent crimes compared to the UK average—where violence and sexual offences account for 34.0% of all crimes—suggests that local safety strategies should continue to prioritise community-based interventions and support services for victims. These comparisons provide a nuanced picture of Tandridge's crime profile, balancing its strengths with areas for continued improvement.