Oxted Crime Rate October 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In October 2024, Oxted’s crime rate of 4.8 per 1,000 residents placed it 40.7% below the UK average of 8.1, highlighting a marked disparity in local safety relative to national trends. The area’s crime profile was shaped by a mix of violent and property-related offences, with violence and sexual offences (20 incidents) and anti-social behaviour (15 incidents) dominating the monthly tally. These two categories accounted for over half of all reported crimes, underscoring the influence of interpersonal disputes and community-level tensions. The seasonal context of October—marked by darker evenings, the end of daylight saving time, and Halloween—likely contributed to the rise in anti-social behaviour and public order incidents, which often peak during periods of reduced visibility and increased social gatherings. However, the overall low crime rate suggests that Oxted’s built-up area within a rural district may benefit from a combination of lower population density and community-focused policing. While the area’s property crime rate (22 incidents) was modest, the sharp increase in burglary (+200%) and anti-social behaviour (+150%) indicates a need for targeted interventions. These trends align with patterns observed in similar commuter belt suburbs, where transient populations and limited public spaces can sometimes amplify certain types of criminal activity. The relatively low rate of vehicle crime (2 incidents) and shoplifting (2 incidents) further reinforces the idea that Oxted’s crime profile is distinct from more densely populated urban centres, where such offences are more common.

October 2024 saw sharp increases in several crime categories, including burglary (+200%), anti-social behaviour (+150%), and violence and sexual offences (+150%). These rises, though steep, remain well below UK averages for their respective categories—violence and sexual offences, for instance, are 40% below the UK rate of 2.7 per 1,000. Conversely, public order offences fell by two-thirds, and vehicle crime dropped by a third, suggesting a seasonal shift in criminal activity. The dominance of property-related crimes (36% of total) over violent crimes (33%) indicates a mixed crime profile, with theft and anti-social behaviour driving much of the activity. For residents, the 40.7% gap between Oxted’s rate and the UK average offers a tangible sense of relative safety, though the rapid increases in certain categories warrant attention.

Oxted’s crime rate in October 2024 rose to 4.8 per 1,000 residents, a 64.9% increase from the previous month’s rate of 2.9. This shift, while notable, remains significantly below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the area saw roughly two crimes reported each day, a figure that, while modest, reflects the local context of a built-up area within a rural district. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 208 residents—a monthly exposure rate that underscores the relatively low likelihood of personal involvement in crime for most residents. This perspective contrasts with larger urban centres, where higher population densities often correlate with more frequent interactions with crime. The increase in October may be partly explained by seasonal factors, such as the transition to darker evenings and Halloween activities, which could influence patterns of anti-social behaviour and public order incidents.