Oxted Crime Rate January 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Oxted’s crime rate in January 2025 remained lower than the UK average, sitting at 4.9 per 1,000 residents—31% below the national figure of 7.1. This continued safety, while consistent with the area’s historical profile as a relatively low-crime built-up area within Tandridge, may be influenced by seasonal factors such as reduced foot traffic in retail spaces during the post-holiday period. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 30.7% of all incidents (19 cases), though this category was still 40% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, contributing 16.1% of total crimes (10 cases), a figure 18% lower than the UK rate. Shoplifting emerged as a significant concern, rising sharply to 12.9% of all crimes (8 cases), despite remaining 3% below the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000. The seasonal context of January—shorter days, reduced retail activity, and post-holiday economic shifts—likely contributes to the subdued levels of outdoor crimes typical of this time of year. However, the sharp increase in shoplifting suggests a need for targeted retail security measures, particularly in high-traffic areas. The overall crime profile reflects a balance between persistent local challenges and broader national trends, with Oxted maintaining its position as a safer-than-average area despite occasional spikes in specific categories.

January 2025 saw a dramatic 300% increase in shoplifting, rising from 2 to 8 incidents. This sharp uptick, though still below the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000, highlights a potential vulnerability in local retail security measures. Meanwhile, violence and sexual offences fell by 29.6%, declining from 27 to 19 incidents—a reduction that places the area 40% below the UK average for this category. The month also witnessed a 100% increase in burglary, with two incidents reported, compared to one in December. This rise, though modest, contrasts with the 61% decline in criminal damage and arson, which dropped from 8 to 2 cases. The data underscores a shifting crime profile, with property-related offences gaining prominence as violent crime decreases. Residents may find the 30% reduction in anti-social behaviour—now at 10 incidents, 18% below the UK average—particularly notable, suggesting improved community cohesion or effective policing strategies in this category.

Oxted’s crime rate in January 2025 stood at 4.9 per 1,000 residents, marking an 8.8% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 5.4. This downward trend aligns with seasonal patterns typical of January, a post-holiday period characterised by reduced retail activity and shorter daylight hours, which may partly explain the lower incidence of outdoor crimes. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly 2 crimes per day, a figure that, while low, reflects the consistent presence of localised issues such as shoplifting and anti-social behaviour. When considering the monthly exposure, one reported crime occurred for every 205 residents over the course of January. This statistic, while seemingly abstract, provides a tangible measure of the area’s relative safety compared to the UK average. With a population of 12,699, the monthly rate translates to a manageable burden on local policing resources, though the sharp rise in shoplifting suggests targeted interventions may be necessary to address emerging patterns.