Cranleigh Crime Rate May 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Cranleigh's crime rate in May 2024 stood at 4.4 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 47.6% below the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000. This stark contrast with national figures underscores Cranleigh's position as a relatively low-crime locality, though the month's data reveals a nuanced picture. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 40.4% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (30.8%) and public order offences (11.5%). The seasonal context of May—marked by extended evenings, bank holidays, and the start of warmer weather—may have contributed to the surge in public order offences, which saw a 500% increase from the previous month. While the area's violent crime rate (1.8 per 1,000) remains 37% below the UK average, the rise in anti-social behaviour (1.3 per 1,000) is 10% below the national rate, suggesting a combination of local social dynamics and broader trends. Property-related crimes such as burglary and vehicle crime were comparatively rare, with rates 35% and 57% below UK averages respectively. This pattern aligns with Cranleigh's character as a largely rural-built-up area within Waverley, where low population density and limited commercial activity may naturally suppress property crime. However, the sharp rise in public order offences—often linked to outdoor socialising and alcohol consumption—highlights the need for targeted community engagement during peak seasonal periods. The data also reveals a significant drop in vehicle crime (50% decrease) and criminal damage and arson (50% decrease), indicating potential success in addressing these specific issues through local initiatives or environmental factors.

May 2024 saw dramatic shifts in Cranleigh's crime profile, with public order offences surging by 500% (from 1 to 6 cases) and anti-social behaviour rising by 166.7% (from 6 to 16 cases). These increases, coupled with a 50% rise in violence and sexual offences (14 to 21 cases), highlight a growing emphasis on non-property-related crimes. Conversely, vehicle crime and criminal damage and arson both fell by 50%, reflecting a decline in specific categories. The breakdown of crimes reveals a striking disparity: violence and sexual offences in Cranleigh are 37% below the UK average (1.8 vs 2.8 per 1,000), while anti-social behaviour is 10% below the national rate (1.3 vs 1.4 per 1,000). This suggests that while the area's violent crime remains well below UK norms, its social disorder metrics are tightening the gap. For residents, the 500% jump in public order offences—often linked to outdoor drinking and socialising during May's longer evenings—presents a clear local concern to address.

Cranleigh's crime rate in May 2024 rose to 4.4 per 1,000 residents, a 44.4% increase from the previous month's 3.0 per 1,000. This shift places the area within the UK's broader context: while Cranleigh remains 47.6% below the national average of 8.4 per 1,000, the upward trend reflects local fluctuations. Daily crime statistics show an average of two reported incidents per day in May, a figure that, while low, underscores the need for continued vigilance. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 229 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is lower than the UK average, which would be significantly higher given the area's overall performance. When scaled to Cranleigh's population of 11,926, the 52 total crimes represent a manageable burden, though the month-on-month rise suggests potential seasonal or situational factors at play. The local context—such as extended evenings during May's bank holidays—may partly explain the increase in public order offences, which saw a 500% surge from the prior month.