Cranleigh Crime Rate February 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For a town of 11,926 residents, Cranleigh's 39 reported crimes in February 2025 equate to 3.3 crimes per 1,000 people—50.7% below the UK average of 6.7 per 1,000. This volume places the area in stark contrast to national trends, with violent crime at 12 incidents (30.8% of total) and property crimes at 14 (35.9%). The data suggests a town where community cohesion and environmental factors may temper criminal activity. Violence and sexual offences, the most common category, remain 57% below the UK average, consistent with Cranleigh's likely status as a quieter, low-density settlement. Public order and vehicle crime, however, buck this trend, with both categories above the UK rate. Seasonal context is critical: February's low outdoor activity and pre-spring lull may explain the lower violent crime rates, while the surge in vehicle crime could reflect increased winter driving or unsecured vehicles in residential areas. The mix of crime types—dominated by violence and public order issues—hints at a community where social interactions and local events may influence crime patterns more than broader economic or demographic factors. This profile aligns with a small town where visible policing and community engagement may play a role in maintaining low overall rates.

February 2025 saw dramatic shifts in Cranleigh's crime profile. Vehicle crime leapt 500% from 1 to 6 incidents, a spike consistent with increased winter vehicle usage or unsecured parking. Public order offences also rose 200% to 6 cases, potentially linked to seasonal events or gatherings. Conversely, violence and sexual offences decreased by 20% to 12 cases, aligning with the winter lull in outdoor activity. Other crime surged 100% to 3 incidents, a category that includes non-specific breaches of the law. Public order offences in Cranleigh are 14% above the UK average (0.4 per 1,000), suggesting a unique local dynamic. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour remains 69% below the UK rate, indicating strong community cohesion. These fluctuations underscore the importance of context-specific analysis, as Cranleigh's patterns diverge from national trends in key areas.

Cranleigh's crime rate in February 2025 rose 39.1% from the previous month's 2.4 per 1,000 to 3.3 per 1,000, reflecting a shift in crime dynamics. Over 28 days, the area recorded 39 total crimes, equating to roughly one crime per day. This daily frequency, while low, suggests sustained community vigilance. On a monthly scale, 1 in every 306 residents experienced a reported crime, a figure that contextualises the rarity of incidents in a town of 11,926 people. This monthly exposure rate is lower than the UK average, which is not directly comparable here due to the absence of national daily or monthly exposure data. The population-scaled perspective highlights Cranleigh's relative safety, with crime rates remaining well below the UK average despite the month-on-month increase. Local factors, such as the town's rural-urban mix and seasonal activity patterns, likely contribute to this stability.