Tandridge Crime Rate October 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Tandridge's October 2024 crime rate of 5.6 per 1,000 residents marked a 30.9% deficit compared to the UK average of 8.1, underscoring the area's consistently lower-than-national crime profile. Violence and sexual offences dominated, accounting for 34.3% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour at 19.9%. These figures align with Tandridge's character as a largely rural district with a mix of urban and semi-rural settlements, where community cohesion and lower population density may contribute to reduced violent crime. The seasonal context of October—darker evenings, the transition to British Summer Time, and Halloween—likely influenced patterns, with increased anti-social behaviour and public order offences possibly linked to events or heightened visibility of issues during shorter daylight hours. However, the most striking anomaly was the 150% rise in possession of weapons, a category that typically remains low in such areas. This spike may reflect localized factors, such as increased enforcement activity or shifting criminal behavior, though further data would be needed to confirm. The overall balance of crime types suggests a focus on property-related offences, with shoplifting and burglary showing notable fluctuations, while violent crimes remained markedly below UK levels. These trends highlight Tandridge's unique position within the national crime profile, where systemic factors and seasonal rhythms interact to shape monthly outcomes.

October 2024 saw a 150% surge in possession of weapons, rising from 2 to 5 cases—a stark anomaly compared to other categories. Burglary also doubled, increasing from 16 to 32 incidents, while shoplifting rose by 37.5%, reflecting potential seasonal pressures. Conversely, bicycle theft plummeted by two-thirds, and robbery and theft from the person each declined by 33.3% and 25% respectively, suggesting targeted efforts or changing behaviors. Violent crimes remained 29% below the UK average at 1.9 per 1,000, while anti-social behaviour was 15% below the national rate. These shifts indicate a combination of local factors and broader trends, with property crimes showing greater volatility than violent offences. Residents may find the drop in bicycle theft particularly noteworthy, potentially linked to increased awareness or seasonal changes in activity.

Tandridge's crime rate in October 2024 rose 19.4% compared to the previous month, moving from 4.7 to 5.6 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though still significantly below the UK average of 8.1, highlights a shift in local patterns. On average, 16 crimes were reported daily in October, translating to roughly one reported crime for every 179 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure figure provides context for residents, illustrating the frequency of incidents in relation to the local population. While the overall rate remains well below national levels, the rise in specific categories like burglary and possession of weapons suggests emerging trends that warrant closer attention. The population context further underscores that Tandridge's crime profile, though low, is not static—fluctuations in certain types of crime may reflect seasonal or localized factors.