Cranleigh Crime Rate October 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Cranleigh's crime profile in October 2024 reveals a striking contrast to national trends, with an overall rate of 3.9 per 1,000 residents—51.9% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This low rate is consistent with the area's character as a built-up district within Waverley, likely influenced by its relatively small population and suburban setting. Violence and sexual offences emerged as the most frequent category, accounting for 44.7% of all crimes, though they remained 33% below the UK average. This anomaly suggests either a strong local deterrent to more severe crimes or a unique demographic profile that mitigates violence despite the category's prominence. Seasonal factors such as darker evenings and Halloween may have played a role in shaping the crime picture. Property crimes, while lower in absolute numbers (15 incidents), formed a smaller share of the total than violent crimes, indicating a shift in the crime mix. The absence of significant spikes in burglary or vehicle crime—both well below UK averages—contrasts with the sharp rise in vehicle crime (200% increase). This suggests that while some crime types are influenced by seasonal rhythms, others remain stable, reflecting the combination of local conditions and broader patterns.

Vehicle crime saw a 200% increase in October 2024, rising from 1 to 3 incidents. This surge may correlate with seasonal factors such as Halloween-related traffic or increased vehicle activity in local areas. Other theft and other crime categories both doubled from zero to four incidents, a sharp contrast to previous months. The crime mix shifted with violent crimes (21 incidents) accounting for 44.7% of all recorded crimes—higher than property crimes (15 incidents). Violence and sexual offences, though the most common category, remained 33% below the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour and public order offences were 77% and 46% below UK averages respectively, suggesting a strong community presence or effective local policing in these areas. Residents may find the 200% rise in vehicle crime particularly noteworthy, as it represents a significant departure from prior trends.

Cranleigh's crime rate in October 2024 rose to 3.9 per 1,000 residents, a 56.3% increase from the previous month's 2.5 per 1,000. This shift contrasts with the area's historically low crime profile but aligns with seasonal patterns. Daily crime reporting shows 2 incidents per day on average, a figure that may feel more tangible to residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 254 residents, a monthly exposure rate that remains well below the UK average for comparable areas. With a population of 11,926, this suggests a relatively stable environment despite the month-on-month rise. The increase may reflect temporary factors such as Halloween events or increased foot traffic during darker evenings from the data alone. The population-scaled perspective underscores that even with the rise, Cranleigh remains a low-crime area compared to national benchmarks.