Oxted Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Oxted's February 2026 crime rate of 4.1 per 1,000 residents places the area 35.9% below the UK average of 6.4 per 1,000, marking it as one of the safer built-up areas in England. This performance is consistent with the area's character as a commuter town with a mix of residential and commercial spaces, where crime prevention efforts and community engagement likely contribute to lower rates. The most common crimes reported were violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 38.5% of all incidents, followed by public order offences (15.4%) and vehicle crime (11.5%). While violence and sexual offences remain a concern, their rate in Oxted is 31% below the UK average, a testament to local policing strategies and community initiatives. The seasonal context of February—a winter month with low outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull—likely influences the crime pattern, as fewer people are out and about, reducing opportunities for theft and public order issues. However, the sharp increase in public order offences compared to the UK average suggests that local factors, such as temporary events or changes in community behaviour, may be at play. The overall crime rate in Oxted continues to reflect a balance between proactive policing and the area's relatively low population density, which may reduce opportunities for certain types of crime. This month's data reaffirms Oxted's position as a safer area within the UK, though targeted attention to public order issues could help maintain this trend as the year progresses.

February 2026 saw dramatic shifts in specific crime categories, with public order offences increasing by 300% from 2 to 8 incidents—a stark contrast to the usual trends. This surge, while notable, is tempered by a 58.3% drop in shoplifting, likely reflecting seasonal patterns as outdoor activity remained low during the winter months. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour fell by 80%, from 15 to 3 incidents, suggesting potential community interventions or natural fluctuations in local dynamics. Violent crimes remained a dominant category, accounting for 38.5% of all reported incidents, but at 1.6 per 1,000 residents, this rate is 31% below the UK average for violence and sexual offences. The sharp increase in public order crimes, however, stands out as a 46% above the UK average for this category, highlighting a unique challenge for local authorities in February. These changes illustrate the combination of seasonal factors and local conditions, requiring targeted responses to address emerging trends.

Oxted's February 2026 crime rate of 4.1 per 1,000 residents marks an 8.9% decrease from the previous month's rate of 4.5 per 1,000, reflecting a continued downward trend in local crime. On a daily basis, the area recorded an average of 2 crimes per day over the 28-day period, a figure that contextualises the pace at which incidents occur within the community. When scaled to the population, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for every 244 residents, a statistic that provides residents with a tangible sense of the risk they face in their daily lives. This figure is particularly meaningful when compared to the UK average, as it underscores the relative safety of Oxted despite the fluctuations in specific crime categories. The population-scaled perspective also highlights the impact of local initiatives and community engagement efforts in maintaining a lower crime rate than the national average.