Tandridge Crime Rate February 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Tandridge’s crime rate for February 2024 stood at 5.1 per 1,000 residents, placing it 28.2% below the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000. This continued a trend of lower-than-national crime levels observed in recent months, reflecting the area’s likely mix of suburban and rural characteristics, which typically correlate with lower overall crime rates. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 32.2% of all reported crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (17.4%) and criminal damage and arson (12.0%). These figures align with patterns seen in similar areas, where community cohesion and lower population density often contribute to reduced violent crime. February’s seasonal context—a winter month with limited outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull—may have influenced the crime profile, with fewer incidents related to public spaces or nightlife. However, the data also shows persistent challenges in areas such as anti-social behaviour, which remains 14% below the UK average but still represents a significant portion of local policing efforts. The relatively low rate of shoplifting (63% below the UK average) could indicate effective retail security measures or a lower concentration of high-footfall commercial zones. Overall, the crime profile illustrates a balance between routine community issues and the broader environmental factors shaping Tandridge’s safety landscape.

February 2024 saw a dramatic 500% increase in theft from the person, rising from one incident in January to six in February. This spike, while statistically significant, remains 41% below the UK average of 0.2 per 1,000. Conversely, vehicle crime dropped by 40.7% (from 54 to 32), marking one of the most substantial declines in the dataset. This shift may reflect seasonal factors, with colder weather reducing outdoor activity that typically correlates with vehicle-related crimes. Violence and sexual offences, the most common category (32.2% of all crimes), remained 36% below the UK average, a consistent trend that may be linked to Tandridge’s lower population density and suburban character. Meanwhile, criminal damage and arson (0.6 per 1,000) was 11% above the UK average, suggesting a localised challenge in this category that warrants further analysis. The 63% gap between Tandridge’s shoplifting rate and the UK average highlights the effectiveness of local retail security measures, though the absolute number of 22 incidents still requires attention from community policing initiatives.

Tandridge’s crime rate in February 2024 fell to 5.1 per 1,000 residents, a 9.9% decline from January’s 5.6 per 1,000. This downward trend places the area well below the UK average, with a gap of 28.2 percentage points. On a daily basis, the district recorded approximately 16 crimes per day, a figure that, while relatively low, underscores the need for sustained community engagement to maintain this trajectory. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 197 residents—a monthly exposure rate that is significantly lower than the UK average, though not directly comparable due to differences in population density and policing strategies. With a population of 90,586, Tandridge’s crime statistics reflect a balance between proactive policing and the inherent characteristics of a mixed-use area. The 9.9% monthly decrease suggests that recent interventions or seasonal factors may be contributing to this reduction. Residents should note that while overall rates are low, targeted categories like anti-social behaviour and criminal damage still require attention, as they represent persistent challenges in the local crime profile.