Warlingham Crime Rate September 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For an area of 8,172 residents, Warlingham recorded 37 crimes in September 2023, translating to a crime rate of 4.5 per 1,000 residents. This figure places the area 43.8% below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000, highlighting its relatively low crime profile compared to the national context. The most common incidents were anti-social behaviour (35.1% of total crimes), followed by violence and sexual offences (18.9%) and vehicle crime (13.5%). These patterns align with Warlingham’s suburban character, where anti-social behaviour may be influenced by seasonal transitions, such as the return to school and university freshers. The area’s crime profile also shows stark contrasts with the UK average: violent crime is 67% below the national rate, while anti-social behaviour is 19% above. This divergence may reflect local factors, such as the presence of educational institutions or community dynamics that either mitigate or exacerbate certain types of incidents. The seasonal context of September—marking the start of the academic year and shorter evenings—likely plays a role in the rise of anti-social behaviour, though this connection remains a plausible hypothesis rather than a definitive explanation. Overall, Warlingham’s crime rate remains a compelling example of how local conditions can shape crime patterns, even within a broader national framework.

September 2023 saw dramatic increases in certain crime categories, with vehicle crime surging by 400% (from 1 to 5 incidents) and anti-social behaviour jumping 160% (from 5 to 13). These spikes contrast with declines in shoplifting (-66.7%) and burglary (-50%), suggesting shifting patterns in criminal activity. The rise in anti-social behaviour may be linked to the start of the school term and university freshers. Violent crime in Warlingham was 67% below the UK average, with only 7 incidents reported. This stark divergence from national trends highlights the area’s unique profile, possibly shaped by its suburban character and lower population density. Meanwhile, vehicle crime’s surge to 0.6 per 1,000—25% above the UK average—may reflect increased car usage during the school year or seasonal factors. Residents might find the 1-in-221 monthly exposure figure useful for understanding local risk levels, though this remains a rare occurrence in the area.

Warlingham’s crime rate in September 2023 rose to 4.5 per 1,000 residents, a 76.3% increase from the previous month’s rate of 2.6 per 1,000. This shift translates to roughly one reported crime per day in the area, a figure that, while low, reflects a noticeable uptick in activity. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 221 residents, a statistic that contextualises the scale of incidents for local residents. When scaled to the area’s population of 8,172, this suggests that while crime remains relatively sparse, the increase is significant enough to warrant attention. The daily crime context highlights the sporadic nature of incidents, with no single day showing a concentration of reports. This pattern may be influenced by seasonal factors, such as the return to school and university freshers, which could temporarily elevate anti-social behaviour or other incidents. However, the overall low rate—43.8% below the UK average—indicates that Warlingham remains a safer area compared to the national picture, even as local fluctuations occur.