Oxted Crime Rate May 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Oxted’s crime profile in May 2023, accounting for 35% of all reported incidents. With a total crime rate of 4.0 per 1,000 residents—50% below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000—the area continues to show significantly lower crime levels than national benchmarks. The breakdown reveals that 18 incidents of violence and sexual offences were recorded, far outpacing other categories such as anti-social behaviour (9 incidents) and criminal damage (7 incidents). This pattern aligns with Oxted’s character as a built-up area within Tandridge, where community-focused policing and lower population density may contribute to reduced violent crime. Seasonal factors in May, including extended evenings and increased outdoor socialising, likely influence the timing of incidents. Property crimes, while lower than the UK average, accounted for only 31% of total offences, reflecting a balance between personal safety concerns and property protection. The absence of significant spikes in shoplifting or vehicle crime suggests that local initiatives or environmental design—such as well-lit public spaces—may be effective in deterring certain offences. This data underscores Oxted’s position as a relatively safe area, though ongoing vigilance is needed to maintain current trends.

May 2023 saw notable fluctuations in crime types, with burglary increasing by 100% (from 1 to 2 incidents) and public order offences rising by 25% (from 4 to 5). These increases, though modest, may reflect seasonal shifts such as more outdoor activity during longer evenings. Conversely, anti-social behaviour dropped by 55% (from 20 to 9), and vehicle crime fell by 50% (from 2 to 1), potentially indicating successful local interventions or changes in community behaviour. Violence and sexual offences remained the most significant category, with a rate of 1.4 per 1,000—50% below the UK average of 2.8 per 1,000. This gap highlights Oxted’s effectiveness in addressing violent crime, through targeted policing strategies or community engagement. Other theft and drug-related incidents also fell significantly below UK averages, with other theft at 0.2 per 1,000 (66% below national rates) and drugs at 0.2 per 1,000 (5% below). For residents, the daily crime count of roughly 2 incidents per day offers a tangible measure of local safety, though fluctuations in specific categories require continued monitoring.

Oxted’s crime rate in May 2023 fell to 4.0 per 1,000 residents, a 32.8% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 6.0 per 1,000. This decline suggests a positive trend, though it remains to be seen whether it is sustained. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 2 crimes per day in May, a figure that provides residents with a concrete sense of local safety. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 249 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is lower than the UK average. When contextualised against Oxted’s population of 12,699, this statistic illustrates the area’s relatively low crime burden compared to both national standards and its own historical trends. The contrast between Oxted’s performance and the UK average is particularly stark in categories like violence and sexual offences, where the area’s rate is 50% lower than the national figure. This disparity may be attributed to Oxted’s built-up yet low-density character, which could foster stronger community ties and more effective local policing. However, the slight increase in burglary and public order offences serves as a reminder that vigilance is necessary to prevent these categories from rising further.