Cranleigh Crime Rate July 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Cranleigh's crime rate in July 2024 remained at 2.8 per 1,000 residents, 66.7% below the UK average of 8.4. This consistent underperformance relative to national benchmarks reflects the area's small-town character, where limited urban density and strong community ties may naturally suppress crime. Violence and sexual offences were the most frequently reported category (14 incidents), accounting for 42.4% of all crimes, though this rate remains 58% below the UK average. Public order offences followed with 4 incidents (12.1%), and drugs-related crimes contributed 9.1% of the total, despite a 200% month-on-month increase. The seasonal context of July—peak summer, school holidays, and a surge in tourism—may have influenced crime patterns. This suggests that while tourism can drive certain types of crime (e.g. public order), the area's compact size and likely emphasis on local policing may mitigate broader criminal activity. The absence of major urban features such as high-street retail or large-scale nightlife reduces opportunities for shoplifting and violent crime, consistent with Cranleigh's role as a rural-adjacent commuter town. These factors collectively illustrate a community where crime remains a minor concern, even during periods of increased visitor numbers.

The most dramatic month-on-month shift occurred in drug-related offences, which surged by 200% from one incident in June to three in July. This increase, though still below the UK average (0.2 per 1,000), raises questions about local factors influencing illicit activity. Simultaneously, shoplifting plummeted by 75%, dropping from four to one incident—a stark contrast that may reflect seasonal changes, such as the closure of summer schools or altered retail patterns. Violent crime, the most common category (14 incidents), remains 58% below the UK average (2.9 per 1,000), suggesting the area's safety profile is resilient even during peak tourist season. Anti-social behaviour also fell sharply by 66.7%, from six to two incidents, potentially linked to the quieter summer months. These shifts illustrate how local dynamics, from tourism to community engagement, can influence crime trends in a small town setting.

Cranleigh's crime rate in July 2024 stood at 2.8 per 1,000 residents, marking a 23.3% decline from the previous month's rate of 3.6. This reduction aligns with the area's generally low crime profile compared to the UK average. On a daily basis, the town recorded an average of one crime per day over the 31-day period, a figure that underscores the relatively peaceful nature of the built-up area. When considering monthly exposure, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 361 residents in July, a statistic that may resonate with local residents as a measure of community safety. This low monthly exposure rate is consistent with Cranleigh's character as a small, rural-adjacent town with limited urban density, which may naturally limit opportunities for certain types of crime. The comparison to the UK average further highlights the area's distinctiveness, with crime rates consistently below national benchmarks for multiple categories.