Cranleigh Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of just over 11,900 residents, 39 crimes were reported in February 2026, equating to a crime rate of 3.3 per 1,000 people—48.4% below the UK average of 6.4. This stark contrast with national figures highlights Cranleigh's status as a relatively low-crime area, though the composition of incidents reveals a complex picture. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 46.2% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (15.4%) and public order (10.3%). These figures align with the seasonal context of February, a winter month marked by reduced outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull in community engagement. The town's compact size and limited commercial density may contribute to its lower crime rates, as fewer high-traffic zones reduce opportunities for certain offences. However, the sharp increase in anti-social behaviour—doubling from 3 to 6 incidents—suggests that localised social dynamics, such as increased indoor gatherings or seasonal stressors, could be influencing crime patterns. The decline in shoplifting (50%) and vehicle crime (50%) may reflect the impact of colder weather, which typically deters outdoor theft and reduces vehicle-related incidents. These trends underscore the importance of understanding how seasonal and geographic factors interact to shape local crime profiles, even in areas with consistently low rates.

February 2026 saw significant fluctuations in specific crime categories, with anti-social behaviour surging by 100% (from 3 to 6 incidents) and theft from the person doubling from zero to one. This spike in anti-social behaviour may partly explain the rise in violent crimes, which accounted for 46.2% of all reported incidents—still 35% below the UK average for this category. Conversely, shoplifting dropped by 50% (from 4 to 2) and vehicle crime fell by half (from 6 to 3), suggesting that targeted interventions or seasonal factors may have contributed to these declines. Theft from the person, though minimal in absolute terms, rose from zero to one incident, a change that could signal shifting patterns in local crime dynamics. The town's violent crime rate of 1.5 per 1,000 residents remains 35% below the UK average, a disparity that may reflect the area's lower population density and community-focused policing strategies. Meanwhile, burglary and shoplifting rates remained 20% and 66% below national averages, respectively, reinforcing Cranleigh's status as a consistently low-risk area for property-related offences.

Cranleigh's crime rate in February 2026 fell to 3.3 per 1,000 residents, a 13.3% decrease from the previous month's rate of 3.8. This decline aligns with the typical pre-spring lull in activity observed in smaller towns during winter months. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly one crime per day over the 28-day period, a figure that, while low, reflects the persistent nature of localised issues. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 306 residents, highlighting the relatively low frequency of incidents in a community of just over 11,900 people. When compared to the UK average, Cranleigh's population-scaled perspective underscores its position as a safer area, with crime rates consistently below national benchmarks. The local context suggests that the town's compact size and limited commercial density may contribute to this trend, though seasonal factors such as reduced outdoor activity and colder weather likely play a role in tempering crime levels. The town's proximity to Waverley's broader rural landscape may also influence crime patterns, as lower foot traffic in non-commercial zones could reduce opportunities for certain offences. These dynamics highlight the interplay between geography, seasonality, and community structure in shaping local crime profiles.