Warlingham Crime Rate August 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In August 2024, Warlingham maintained a crime rate of 5.1 per 1,000 residents, placing it 37.8% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. This figure, though modest, reflects the area’s ongoing efforts to manage crime in a built-up environment within Tandridge. The most common offences were violence and sexual offences (33.3% of all crimes), followed by anti-social behaviour (21.4%) and shoplifting (11.9%). These patterns align with Warlingham’s character as a mixed-use area, where proximity to retail hubs and community spaces may contribute to incidents of anti-social behaviour and shoplifting. The seasonal context of August—peak holiday month—likely plays a role in the slight increase in burglary risks, as temporary absences from homes and increased tourism could create opportunities for crime. However, the overall rate remains significantly lower than the UK average, suggesting that local factors such as community engagement, policing strategies, or the area’s demographic profile may be effective in mitigating broader crime trends. Violent crimes in Warlingham are 37% below the UK average, a disparity that may be attributed to the area’s lower population density or the presence of local initiatives aimed at reducing conflict and promoting safety. The relatively low prevalence of property crimes, such as burglary (2.4% of all crimes) and vehicle crime (7.1%), further underscores the area’s distinct profile compared to more densely populated urban centres where such offences are more common. This per-capita perspective reveals that, despite the slight month-on-month increase, residents of Warlingham face a significantly lower risk of encountering crime than the national average, a statistic that speaks to the effectiveness of local crime prevention measures and the area’s unique social and environmental context.

August 2024 saw notable shifts in Warlingham’s crime profile, with drugs-related offences doubling from one to two incidents—a 100% increase—suggesting a possible link to seasonal gatherings or transient populations. Burglary also rose by 100%, moving from zero to one incident, potentially tied to the month’s peak holiday season and the associated increase in empty homes. Conversely, other crime and criminal damage and arson both fell by 50%, reflecting a reduction in incidents that may be attributed to heightened community activity or policing efforts. The breakdown of crime types reveals that violence and sexual offences (14 cases) and anti-social behaviour (9 cases) dominate, with the former 37% below the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000. This contrast highlights Warlingham’s unique profile, where property crimes are less prevalent than in other regions, due to the area’s lower population density and community-focused policing strategies.

Warlingham’s August 2024 crime rate of 5.1 per 1,000 residents marks a 5.1% increase from the previous month’s 4.9 per 1,000. This slight rise, though modest, underscores the need for continued vigilance. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly one crime per day in August, a figure that, while low, remains a tangible reminder of the risks faced by residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 195 residents, a statistic that contextualises the scale of exposure in a way that aligns with the area’s population of 8,172. This monthly aggregate highlights the relatively low frequency of crime in Warlingham compared to the UK average, yet the small upward trend in August suggests that local factors—such as seasonal tourism or increased foot traffic—may be influencing patterns. The comparison to the UK’s overall rate of 8.2 per 1,000 further reinforces Warlingham’s position as a comparatively safer area, though the slight month-on-month increase warrants attention to emerging trends.