Oxted Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Oxted's crime rate in September 2025 stood at 6.6 per 1,000 residents, marking a 10.8% deficit compared to the UK average of 7.4. This figure, while lower than the national benchmark, conceals notable shifts in crime types and patterns influenced by the month's seasonal context. Violence and sexual offences remained the most common category, accounting for 31% of all crimes, but at a rate of 2.1 per 1,000—19% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, contributing 23.8% of incidents.6 per 1,000 now sits 37% above the UK average. This divergence underscores the combination of local conditions and national trends. The seasonal context of September—marked by the return of students to schools and universities—likely contributes to the surge in anti-social behaviour and public order offences, which both rose sharply from their August levels. These increases may reflect heightened social activity in public spaces as the academic year resumes, a pattern consistent with other areas experiencing similar transitions. Meanwhile, the relatively low rates of burglary (0.2 per 1,000) and other theft (0.4 per 1,000) suggest that traditional property crimes remain less prevalent, possibly due to the area's character as a mixed-use built-up area with a strong community presence. However, the sharp rise in criminal damage and arson—jumping from 3 to 13 incidents—raises questions about targeted vandalism or environmental factors. Residents should remain vigilant in public spaces, particularly during late evenings, as the combination of seasonal transitions and increased foot traffic may create conditions conducive to anti-social behaviour and related incidents.

September 2025 saw sharp increases in criminal damage and arson, which rose by 333% from 3 to 13 incidents, and anti-social behaviour, up 150% from 8 to 20. These spikes, along with a 100% rise in public order offences, indicate a shift in crime dynamics. While violence and sexual offences remained 19% below the UK average at 2.1 per 1,000, the surge in anti-social behaviour—now 37% above the UK average—raises concerns for community safety. Residents should note that shoplifting and other thefts decreased by 40% and 37.5% respectively, but the rise in property-related crimes like vehicle crime (25% above UK average) suggests new vulnerabilities. These changes may reflect seasonal factors, such as the return of students and the start of the academic year, which could influence public spaces and social interactions. The contrast between falling theft rates and rising anti-social behaviour highlights the need for targeted awareness in areas prone to group gatherings or late-night activity.

Oxted's crime rate in September 2025 rose by 25.2% compared to the previous month, moving from 5.3 to 6.6 per 1,000 residents. This increase. below the UK average, signals a shift in local patterns. Daily crime counts averaged three incidents per day, a figure that translates to roughly one reported crime for every 151 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate provides context for residents: while the overall rate remains lower than the UK average, the rise in specific categories warrants attention. The population-scaled perspective highlights that even relatively low crime rates can have a noticeable impact on community perception, particularly when concentrated in certain types of incidents. For instance, the sharp increase in anti-social behaviour and criminal damage suggests that local hotspots may require targeted community engagement or policing strategies. Residents should consider these statistics alongside broader seasonal factors, such as the return of students and the transition into autumn, which may influence public space usage and related incidents.