Warlingham Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

February 2026 saw Warlingham's crime rate remain at 3.6 per 1,000 residents, placing it 43.8% below the UK average of 6.4 per 1,000. This built-up area within Tandridge recorded 29 total crimes, with violence and sexual offences (11 cases) accounting for 37.9% of all reported incidents. Public order offences (4 cases) and vehicle crime (3 cases) followed as the second and third most common categories, respectively. The seasonal context of February—a winter month marked by low outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull—likely contributed to patterns observed, though the area's relatively low crime rate suggests strong community resilience. Violence and sexual offences in Warlingham (1.4 per 1,000) were 40% below the UK average, while public order offences (0.5 per 1,000) were 22% above. This contrast highlights the combination of local demographics and regional crime trends, with Warlingham's lower violent crime rates possibly reflecting its suburban character and limited nightlife compared to larger urban centres. The overall crime picture remains stable, with no major spikes or drops in the month's data.

The most dramatic month-on-month swing in February 2026 was a 300% increase in public order offences, rising from 1 to 4 cases. This surge may be linked to local events or seasonal factors, though no specific data points explain the shift. Conversely, anti-social behaviour fell by 80% (from 5 to 1 cases), suggesting a possible reduction in disruptive incidents during the winter lull. Burglary rates also dropped sharply by 77.8%, from 9 to 2 cases, potentially reflecting lower outdoor activity and fewer opportunities for property crime in colder weather. Warlingham's violence and sexual offence rate (1.4 per 1,000) was 40% below the UK average, a stark contrast to public order offences, which were 22% above the national rate. Residents may find the 300% jump in public order crimes particularly noteworthy, as it represents the largest single-category change in the month's data. Vehicle crime (0.4 per 1,000) was 14% above the UK average, indicating a localised challenge in managing theft from vehicles despite the area's lower overall crime profile.

Warlingham's February 2026 crime rate of 3.6 per 1,000 residents marked a 14.7% decrease from the previous month's rate of 4.2 per 1,000. This decline aligns with the area's historical trend of seasonal fluctuations, particularly during winter months when outdoor activity diminishes. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one reported crime per day in February, a figure that translates to one crime occurring for roughly every 282 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate is significantly lower than the UK average, reflecting Warlingham's status as a relatively safe built-up area within Tandridge. The population-scaled perspective further underscores the area's low crime profile: with 8,172 residents, the 29 reported crimes represent a manageable burden for local authorities and community resources. While the 300% increase in public order offences complicates this picture, the overall downward trend from January suggests that Warlingham's crime management strategies are effective, particularly in curbing property-related crimes. This comparison highlights the importance of contextualising crime data within both local and national frameworks to avoid overestimating or underestimating risks.