Warlingham Crime Rate June 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Warlingham’s crime rate in June 2023 stood at 3.2 per 1,000 residents, a figure 62.4% below the UK average of 8.5 per 1,000. This marked improvement positions the area as one of the safest in the country, with crime levels significantly lower than the national benchmark. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (23.1% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (23.1%) and public order offences (15.4%). These categories all showed substantial deficits compared to UK averages, with anti-social behaviour at 53% below and violence and sexual offences at 76% below. The seasonal context of June—a time of longer days and the start of summer—may have contributed to the lower rates, as increased daylight and community activity can deter crime. The area’s character as a built-up part of the rural Tandridge district likely plays a role, with fewer densely populated zones and a lower concentration of high-risk environments such as nightlife areas or commuter hubs. While property crimes accounted for 38.5% of the total (10 incidents), violent crime made up 23.1%, a balance that contrasts with the UK’s generally higher property crime rates. The low overall rate suggests that Warlingham’s mix of residential and low-commercial areas, combined with effective local policing or community engagement, may be sustaining the area’s safety record. However, the rise in public order offences, though still below the UK average, indicates the need for continued monitoring of seasonal trends that could influence such categories.

June 2023 saw significant reductions in several crime categories, with anti-social behaviour declining by 60% to six incidents, the lowest level since at least May. Violence and sexual offences also dropped by 14.3%, from seven to six, a decrease consistent with the area’s broader trend of lower violent crime. Other theft fell by 75%, from four to one, suggesting a possible shift in criminal activity patterns or increased local vigilance. However, three categories saw notable increases: burglary, theft from the person, and public order offences, each rising by 100% compared to May. Public order offences, at four incidents, were 25% below the UK average of 0.7 per 1,000, indicating that while local rates are lower, the absolute number of incidents still rose. These fluctuations may reflect seasonal factors, such as the start of summer bringing more public gatherings, or localized events that temporarily heightened activity in specific areas. For residents, the most immediately relevant finding is the 60% drop in anti-social behaviour, which may indicate a positive response to community initiatives or policing efforts during the month.

Warlingham's crime rate in June 2023 fell by 18.9% compared to May, reflecting a continued downward trend. This reduction, from 3.9 to 3.2 crimes per 1,000 residents, positions the area as one of the safest in the UK, with a rate 62.4% below the national average. On a daily basis, the area saw roughly one crime reported per day over the month, a figure that underscores the low frequency of incidents relative to its population of 8,172. When scaled to the monthly exposure, this equates to one reported crime for every 314 residents, a statistic that highlights the rarity of crime in the area. The contrast between Warlingham and the UK average is stark, with categories like anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences showing deficits of 53% and 76% respectively. These figures suggest that local factors—such as community cohesion, policing strategies, or the area’s character as a quieter, less densely populated built-up zone—may contribute to the sustained safety levels. While the daily crime count is a useful metric for residents, the monthly exposure provides a broader context, illustrating that even in a low-crime area, the impact of each incident is magnified by the relatively small population.