Warlingham Crime Rate September 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In September 2024, Warlingham, a built-up area within Tandridge, recorded 31 crimes across a population of 8,172 residents. This equates to a crime rate of 3.8 per 1,000 people, a figure that is 50.6% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. The crime profile for the month highlights a mix of violent and property-related incidents, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 25.8% of total crimes (8 incidents). This category alone is 62% below the UK average, a stark contrast to the national trend. Shoplifting followed closely, contributing 16.1% of reported crimes (5 incidents), and remains 12% below the UK rate. The seasonal context of September—marked by the return to school and university freshers—may have influenced the types of incidents recorded. For instance, the relatively low rate of vehicle crime (0.2 per 1,000) could be attributed to reduced traffic congestion during the academic term. However, the sharp increase in criminal damage and arson (150% rise) raises questions about potential local factors, such as the impact of seasonal events or changes in community activity. The area’s overall crime rate, while modest, is consistent with its character as a suburban community with limited exposure to high-density urban environments. This suggests that the combination of local policing strategies, community engagement, and the area’s demographic profile may contribute to its lower crime rates compared to the UK average.

September 2024 saw a 150% increase in criminal damage and arson, rising from 2 to 5 incidents—a sharp upward trend that may reflect seasonal factors such as the return of students or increased outdoor activity. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour dropped by 55.6%, from 9 to 4 incidents, potentially linked to the start of the academic year and heightened community presence. Violence and sexual offences also fell by 42.9%, from 14 to 8, aligning with the area’s overall 50.6% reduction compared to the UK average. Shoplifting remained 12% below the UK average at 0.6 per 1,000, while vehicle crime dropped by 33.3%, from 3 to 2 incidents. These shifts illustrate a combination of seasonal patterns and local initiatives. Residents may find the 62% reduction in violence and sexual offences particularly reassuring, as this category is significantly below the national benchmark.

Warlingham's crime rate for September 2024 stood at 3.8 per 1,000 residents, a 26.3% decrease from the previous month's rate of 5.1 per 1,000. This decline reflects a broader trend in the area, where the monthly exposure to crime remains low—over the course of September, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 264 residents. When scaled to daily figures, the area experienced approximately one crime per day, a statistic that underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents compared to the UK average. The population of 8,172 residents means that each resident faces a significantly lower risk of encountering crime than the national average. This context is critical for residents and local authorities, as it highlights the effectiveness of existing measures in maintaining a safer environment. The reduction in crime, particularly in categories like anti-social behaviour and violence, suggests that community engagement or environmental factors may be contributing to this trend, though further analysis would be needed to confirm causal links.