Warlingham Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

July 2025 marked a combination of trends in Warlingham's crime profile, with overall rates remaining 51.2% below the UK average at 4.2 per 1,000 residents. The most prevalent crime types were anti-social behaviour (29.4% of total incidents) and violence and sexual offences (29.4%), both of which fell significantly below the UK averages. This contrast highlights Warlingham's position as a relatively safe built-up area within Tandridge, where community-focused policing and local initiatives may contribute to lower rates of violent crime. Seasonal factors, including the peak of summer festivals and school holidays, likely influenced the distribution of crime types, with anti-social behaviour and public order offences dominating the monthly tally. However, the data also revealed a worrying upward trend in certain categories: other theft saw a 200% increase, and vehicle crime rose by 50%, potentially linked to the increased presence of temporary residents and the higher volume of outdoor events. These shifts suggest that while the overall crime picture remains positive, specific vulnerabilities in property-related offences require attention. The UK average for burglary (0.3 per 1,000) is lower than Warlingham's rate (0.4 per 1,000), indicating a need for targeted interventions to address this gap. As the summer season progresses, residents are advised to remain vigilant, particularly in areas experiencing spikes in theft and vehicle crime, which may be exacerbated by the influx of visitors and the associated increase in unsecured property.

July 2025 saw significant month-on-month increases in specific crime categories, with other theft rising by 200% (from 1 to 3 incidents) and vehicle crime increasing by 50% (from 2 to 3). These spikes, while relatively small in absolute terms, highlight areas requiring heightened awareness, particularly in residential and commercial zones where unattended vehicles or personal property may be vulnerable. Conversely, violent crimes such as violence and sexual offences decreased by 37.5%, dropping from 16 to 10 incidents, a shift that may be linked to the seasonal closure of schools and the reduction in foot traffic during summer evenings. Burglary rates also declined by 25%, from 4 to 3 incidents, a trend consistent with the broader downward movement in overall crime. However, the local burglary rate (0.4 per 1,000) remains 48% above the UK average (0.3 per 1,000), indicating a persistent vulnerability in this category. This contrast between local and national figures underscores the need for targeted measures to address property-related crimes in Warlingham.

Warlingham's crime rate in July 2025 (4.2 per 1,000) reflects a 14.9% decrease from the previous month's 4.9 per 1,000, indicating a downward trend in overall criminal activity. This reduction aligns with the broader context of a built-up area within Tandridge, where seasonal factors such as summer festivals and school holidays typically influence crime patterns. The daily crime count in July averaged 1 per day, a figure that, when contextualised against the local population of 8,172, means one reported crime occurred for roughly every 240 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate suggests a relatively low level of risk for residents compared to the UK average. However, the population-scaled perspective highlights the importance of continued vigilance, particularly in areas experiencing specific spikes in certain crime types. The comparison with the UK average further underscores Warlingham's position as a safer area, with its overall rate 51.2% below the national benchmark. This contrast is especially notable in categories such as burglary, which, while lower than the UK average in some instances, remains a point of concern for local residents.