Warlingham Crime Rate July 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Warlingham's crime rate in July 2023 stood at 4.0 per 1,000 residents, a figure that remains 51.8% below the UK average of 8.3 per 1,000. This relatively low rate, despite a 27% month-on-month increase, highlights the area's generally safe profile. The top three crime categories were violence and sexual offences (30.3% of total incidents), public order offences (18.2%), and shoplifting (12.1%). These figures align with the seasonal context of July—a peak summer month marked by school holidays, festivals, and increased foot traffic in local areas. The rise in public order offences may reflect the challenges of managing crowds during outdoor events, a common issue in built-up areas during the summer. Meanwhile, shoplifting rates, though lower than the UK average (0.6 per 1,000), suggest that retail areas remain vulnerable to opportunistic theft. The area's built-up nature, with its mix of residential and commercial spaces, likely contributes to the balance between property and violent crimes. However, the sharp increase in drug-related crimes and other thefts indicates a need for targeted awareness, particularly as the summer season progresses. The overall crime rate, while modest, underscores the importance of community vigilance in maintaining the area's safety profile.

July 2023 saw significant spikes in drug-related crimes, other thefts, and possession of weapons, all tripling from June levels. Other thefts, for instance, rose 200% as three incidents were reported compared to one in June—a jump that may partly explain the overall rate increase. This surge in drug-related crimes, which jumped from zero to three incidents, is particularly concerning given Warlingham's proximity to transport hubs that could facilitate such activity. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour fell by 50%, dropping from six to three incidents, a decrease consistent with the quieter summer nights in this built-up area. The rate of violence and sexual offences—accounting for 30.3% of total crimes—remains 57% below the UK average of 2.8 per 1,000. Residents should be aware of the sharp rise in drug-related incidents, which may indicate new patterns of activity in local hotspots.

Warlingham's crime rate in July 2023 rose 27% month-on-month to 4.0 per 1,000 residents from 3.2 per 1,000 in June. This increase. below the UK average of 8.3 per 1,000, reflects a shift in crime patterns. Daily crime figures show one incident per day on average, a statistic that contextualises the pace of activity in this built-up area. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 248 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents compared to larger urban centres. The population context is critical: with 8,172 residents, the area's small size amplifies the impact of even minor fluctuations. While the overall rate remains below the UK average, the month-on-month increase suggests a need for vigilance, particularly in areas where drug-related crimes and other thefts have surged. This comparison highlights that while Warlingham remains safer than the national average, local trends warrant closer attention.