Warlingham Crime Rate August 2023 | Monthly Statistics

In Warlingham, the per-capita perspective reveals a strikingly low crime rate of 2.6 per 1,000 residents in August 2023 — a figure that translates to just one reported crime for every 389 residents over the course of the month. This rate is 67.9% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000, underscoring the area’s relative safety despite occasional fluctuations. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (28.6% of total incidents), followed by anti-social behaviour (23.8%) and shoplifting (14.3%). These patterns align with Warlingham’s character as a built-up area within Tandridge, where community policing and suburban demographics likely contribute to lower violent crime rates. However, the seasonal context of August — a peak holiday month — introduces a unique dynamic. With increased tourism and the potential for empty homes, the risk of burglary and criminal damage may be heightened, even as overall crime remains low. This duality illustrates how local conditions intersect with broader trends: while the area benefits from a strong community infrastructure that likely deters violent crime, the transient nature of August may temporarily elevate certain property-related offences. The interplay between these factors suggests that Warlingham’s crime profile is shaped by both its stable, residential environment and the temporary influences of seasonal activity.

August 2023 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with anti-social behaviour increasing by 66.7% (3 to 5 incidents) and criminal damage and arson doubling from 1 to 2 reports. These increases may partly explain the rise in property-related concerns. (10 to 6 incidents), a trend consistent with seasonal factors such as reduced public gatherings during August. Warlingham’s rate for violence and sexual offences (0.7 per 1,000) is 73% below the UK average, highlighting the area’s lower exposure to such crimes. Meanwhile, shoplifting remained a persistent issue, with 3 incidents recorded — 33% below the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000. For residents, the 67.9% reduction in overall crime compared to the UK average offers a clear indicator of the area’s relative safety, even as localised spikes in anti-social behaviour demand attention.

Warlingham’s crime rate in August 2023 stood at 2.6 per 1,000 residents, a 36.4% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 4.0. This decline suggests a continued trend of lower crime levels, though seasonal factors may influence this shift. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly one reported crime per day over the 31-day period, a figure that, while low, reflects the persistent presence of criminal activity. When viewed through a population lens, the monthly exposure rate of 1-in-389 residents encountering a crime highlights the rarity of such incidents in Warlingham compared to the UK average. This statistic is particularly meaningful for residents, as it contextualises risk in tangible terms — for every 389 people in the area, one crime was reported over the course of the month. The local population of 8,172 further underscores that the crime rate remains far below national levels, reinforcing the area’s relative safety despite occasional fluctuations.