Crime in Banstead: statistics, rates and trends
520 crimes were recorded in Banstead in the 12 months to July 2026, 62.9 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 15% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Banstead at a glance
- Crime trends in Banstead
- Types of crime in Banstead
- Banstead compared with nearby towns
- Areas within Banstead
- Streets with the most crime in Banstead
- What happened after crimes were reported in Banstead
- Population and deprivation in Banstead
- Questions about crime in Banstead
- About this data
520 crimes were recorded in Banstead in the 12 months to July 2026, 62.9 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 15% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 165 reports (32% of the total).
Of the 1,408 towns covered by this site, Banstead has the 911th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Banstead | Reigate and Banstead | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 520 | 11,197 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 62.9 | 70.4 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -15% | +2% | -1% |
| Population | 8,262 | 159,134 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Banstead was highest in the year to July 2021 (705 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2026 (520). Over the whole period it fell 26%, against a fall of 4% across England and Wales. Rates use today's population for every year, so they show the direction of change rather than exact historic rates.
| Period | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year to July 2026 | 520 | 62.9 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 614 | 74.3 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 587 | 71.0 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 523 | 63.3 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 556 | 67.3 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 705 | 85.3 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 695 | 84.1 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 702 | 85.0 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 699 | 84.6 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 36 |
| June 2026 | 57 |
| May 2026 | 41 |
| April 2026 | 48 |
| March 2026 | 64 |
| February 2026 | 39 |
| January 2026 | 34 |
| December 2025 | 37 |
| November 2025 | 41 |
| October 2025 | 27 |
| September 2025 | 49 |
| August 2025 | 47 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Banstead over the 12 months to July 2026. The index compares the local rate with England and Wales: 1.00 is the national rate, 2.00 is double it. Rates were well above the national level for vehicle crime, burglary.
The largest increases were in burglary (+48%) and vehicle crime (+38%). The largest falls were in shoplifting (-62%) and public order (-33%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 165 | 20.0 | 0.58 | -20% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 82 | 9.9 | 0.65 | -6% |
| Vehicle crime | 55 | 6.7 | 1.35 | +38% |
| Public order | 40 | 4.8 | 0.73 | -33% |
| Burglary | 37 | 4.5 | 1.27 | +48% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 37 | 4.5 | 0.66 | +9% |
| Shoplifting | 31 | 3.8 | 0.45 | -62% |
| Other theft | 29 | 3.5 | 0.55 | -28% |
| Other crime | 15 | 1.8 | 0.86 | -17% |
| Drugs | 13 | 1.6 | 0.48 | +62% |
| Robbery | 7 | 0.8 | 0.63 | +40% |
| Possession of weapons | 5 | 0.6 | 0.62 | +0% |
| Bicycle theft | 2 | 0.2 | 0.29 | +100% |
| Theft from the person | 2 | 0.2 | 0.14 | -50% |
Violence and sexual offences in Banstead
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Banstead recorded 165 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (20.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and down 20% on the year before. It made up 31.7% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Banstead
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Banstead recorded 82 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (9.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 6% on the year before. It made up 15.8% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Banstead
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Banstead recorded 55 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.7 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and up 38% on the year before. It made up 10.6% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Banstead
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Banstead recorded 40 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 33% on the year before. It made up 7.7% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Banstead
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Banstead recorded 37 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.5 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 48% on the year before. It made up 7.1% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Banstead
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Banstead recorded 37 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and up 9% on the year before. It made up 7.1% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Banstead
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Banstead recorded 31 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 62% on the year before. It made up 6.0% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Banstead
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Banstead recorded 29 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 28% on the year before. It made up 5.6% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Banstead
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Banstead recorded 15 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and down 17% on the year before. It made up 2.9% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Banstead
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Banstead recorded 13 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 62% on the year before. It made up 2.5% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Banstead
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Banstead recorded 7 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 40% on the year before. It made up 1.3% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Banstead
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Banstead recorded 5 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 1.0% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Banstead
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Banstead recorded 2 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and up 100% on the year before. It made up 0.4% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Banstead
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Banstead recorded 2 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and down 50% on the year before. It made up 0.4% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the towns closest to Banstead, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Banstead.
| Town | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Banstead |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tadworth and Epsom Downs | 1,544 | 55.6 | -12% |
| Sutton (Sutton) | 16,629 | 77.8 | +24% |
| Epsom | 3,907 | 110.9 | +76% |
| Ewell | 2,525 | 77.0 | +22% |
| Worcester Park and Stoneleigh | 652 | 42.8 | -32% |
| Ashtead | 470 | 31.5 | -50% |
| South Merstham | 967 | 91.1 | +45% |
| Caterham | 1,841 | 79.7 | +27% |
1 areas within Banstead, ordered by crime rate over the 12 months to July 2026. Banstead Village had the highest rate (82.9 per 1,000) and Banstead Village the lowest (82.9). Busy town and city centres often show high rates because many of the people there do not live there.
| Area | Type | Population | Crimes | Per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Banstead Village | Neighbourhood | 9,102 | 755 | 82.9 |
Police.uk records each crime at an approximate location, usually the centre of a nearby street or a landmark, to protect victims' privacy. These are the locations with the most reports in Banstead over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near High Street | 40 |
| On or near B2217 | 40 |
| On or near Parking Area | 28 |
| On or near Neville Close | 21 |
| On or near The Horseshoe | 19 |
| On or near Garden Close | 18 |
| On or near Daniel Way | 17 |
| On or near Lakers Rise | 13 |
| On or near Avenue Road | 13 |
| On or near B2219 | 12 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Banstead over the 12 months to July 2026. Many cases are still open when the data is published, and anti-social behaviour has no outcome recorded, so these shares change as investigations finish.
| Outcome | Crimes | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 179 | 34.4% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 166 | 31.9% |
| Not recorded | 82 | 15.8% |
| Under investigation | 32 | 6.2% |
| Status update unavailable | 23 | 4.4% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 13 | 2.5% |
| Local resolution | 8 | 1.5% |
| Court result unavailable | 6 | 1.2% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 5 | 1.0% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 3 | 0.6% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 2 | 0.4% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.2% |
Banstead has an estimated population of 8,262. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Banstead sits in decile 8.8, less deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Banstead |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 17.0% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 53.1% |
| Aged 65 and over | 29.9% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 77.9% |
| Social rented homes | 8.5% |
| Private rented homes | 13.6% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 8.8 |
Is Banstead a safe place to live?
Banstead recorded 62.9 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4. Crime is concentrated in a small number of places within most areas, often busy centres and transport hubs, so the rate for a single street can differ a lot from the area as a whole.
What is the most common crime in Banstead?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 165 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (82).
Is crime in Banstead going up or down?
Recorded crime in Banstead was down 15% on the year before: 520 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 614 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Banstead?
Banstead is policed by Surrey. Non-emergency crimes can be reported online to the force or by calling 101; in an emergency call 999.
How are these crime rates calculated?
Each rate is the number of crimes recorded by the police in the 12 months to July 2026, divided by the resident population and multiplied by 1,000. Crime data is from data.police.uk and population estimates are from the Office for National Statistics.
Figures are police-recorded crime published on data.police.uk, covering August 2017 to July 2026. Each crime is counted in the small area (LSOA) where it was recorded and added up to Banstead. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.