Crime in Reigate: statistics, rates and trends
1,541 crimes were recorded in Reigate in the 12 months to July 2026, 59.1 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 6% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Reigate at a glance
- Crime trends in Reigate
- Types of crime in Reigate
- Reigate compared with nearby towns
- Areas within Reigate
- Streets with the most crime in Reigate
- What happened after crimes were reported in Reigate
- Population and deprivation in Reigate
- Questions about crime in Reigate
- About this data
1,541 crimes were recorded in Reigate in the 12 months to July 2026, 59.1 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 6% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 463 reports (30% of the total).
Of the 1,408 towns covered by this site, Reigate has the 981st highest crime rate.
| Measure | Reigate | Reigate and Banstead | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 1,541 | 11,197 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 59.1 | 70.4 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +6% | +2% | -1% |
| Population | 26,079 | 159,134 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Reigate was highest in the year to July 2020 (1,826 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2023 (1,393). Over the whole period it fell 6%, 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 | 1,541 | 59.1 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 1,452 | 55.7 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 1,442 | 55.3 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 1,393 | 53.4 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 1,581 | 60.6 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 1,663 | 63.8 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 1,826 | 70.0 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 1,659 | 63.6 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 1,633 | 62.6 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 163 |
| June 2026 | 124 |
| May 2026 | 146 |
| April 2026 | 116 |
| March 2026 | 125 |
| February 2026 | 100 |
| January 2026 | 117 |
| December 2025 | 158 |
| November 2025 | 111 |
| October 2025 | 139 |
| September 2025 | 113 |
| August 2025 | 129 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Reigate 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. The largest increases were in other crime (+67%) and vehicle crime (+28%). The largest falls were in shoplifting (-16%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 463 | 17.8 | 0.52 | +0% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 246 | 9.4 | 0.61 | +17% |
| Shoplifting | 169 | 6.5 | 0.78 | -16% |
| Public order | 135 | 5.2 | 0.78 | +7% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 120 | 4.6 | 0.68 | -6% |
| Other theft | 120 | 4.6 | 0.72 | +26% |
| Burglary | 77 | 3.0 | 0.83 | +26% |
| Vehicle crime | 68 | 2.6 | 0.53 | +28% |
| Drugs | 56 | 2.1 | 0.66 | +2% |
| Other crime | 45 | 1.7 | 0.82 | +67% |
| Possession of weapons | 16 | 0.6 | 0.63 | +23% |
| Robbery | 12 | 0.5 | 0.34 | +71% |
| Bicycle theft | 10 | 0.4 | 0.47 | +900% |
| Theft from the person | 4 | 0.2 | 0.09 | -64% |
Violence and sexual offences in Reigate
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Reigate recorded 463 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (17.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 30.0% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Reigate
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Reigate recorded 246 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (9.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 17% on the year before. It made up 16.0% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Reigate
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Reigate recorded 169 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 16% on the year before. It made up 11.0% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Reigate
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Reigate recorded 135 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and up 7% on the year before. It made up 8.8% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Reigate
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Reigate recorded 120 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 6% on the year before. It made up 7.8% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Reigate
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Reigate recorded 120 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and up 26% on the year before. It made up 7.8% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Reigate
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Reigate recorded 77 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 26% on the year before. It made up 5.0% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Reigate
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Reigate recorded 68 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and up 28% on the year before. It made up 4.4% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Reigate
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Reigate recorded 56 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 2% on the year before. It made up 3.6% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Reigate
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Reigate recorded 45 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 67% on the year before. It made up 2.9% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Reigate
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Reigate recorded 16 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 up 23% on the year before. It made up 1.0% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Reigate
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Reigate recorded 12 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 71% on the year before. It made up 0.8% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Reigate
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Reigate recorded 10 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and up 900% on the year before. It made up 0.6% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Reigate
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Reigate recorded 4 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 64% on the year before. It made up 0.3% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the towns closest to Reigate, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Reigate.
| Town | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Reigate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Redhill (Reigate and Banstead) | 2,975 | 88.2 | +49% |
| South Merstham | 967 | 91.1 | +54% |
| Horley (Reigate and Banstead) | 1,836 | 61.2 | +4% |
| Tadworth and Epsom Downs | 1,544 | 55.6 | -6% |
| Dorking | 1,346 | 79.5 | +35% |
| Caterham | 1,841 | 79.7 | +35% |
| Banstead | 520 | 62.9 | +7% |
| Ashtead | 470 | 31.5 | -47% |
3 areas within Reigate, ordered by crime rate over the 12 months to July 2026. Reigate had the highest rate (87.3 per 1,000) and Meadvale & St John's the lowest (25.7). 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reigate | Neighbourhood | 10,992 | 960 | 87.3 |
| South Park & Woodhatch | Neighbourhood | 9,973 | 508 | 50.9 |
| Meadvale & St John's | Neighbourhood | 8,786 | 226 | 25.7 |
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 Reigate over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Supermarket | 171 |
| On or near High Street | 129 |
| On or near Parking Area | 59 |
| On or near Beech Drive | 45 |
| On or near St Lawrences Way | 42 |
| On or near Fort Lane | 40 |
| On or near Slipshoe Street | 35 |
| On or near Petrol Station | 34 |
| On or near Bell Street | 32 |
| On or near Tunnel Road | 32 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Reigate 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 | 503 | 32.6% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 422 | 27.4% |
| Not recorded | 246 | 16.0% |
| Under investigation | 157 | 10.2% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 56 | 3.6% |
| Status update unavailable | 50 | 3.2% |
| Local resolution | 45 | 2.9% |
| Court result unavailable | 35 | 2.3% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 15 | 1.0% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 5 | 0.3% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 4 | 0.3% |
| Offender given a caution | 2 | 0.1% |
Reigate has an estimated population of 26,079. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Reigate sits in decile 8.6, less deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Reigate |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 21.1% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 60.8% |
| Aged 65 and over | 18.1% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 71.0% |
| Social rented homes | 11.2% |
| Private rented homes | 17.8% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 8.6 |
Is Reigate a safe place to live?
Reigate recorded 59.1 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 Reigate?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 463 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (246).
Is crime in Reigate going up or down?
Recorded crime in Reigate was up 6% on the year before: 1,541 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 1,452 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Reigate?
Reigate 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 Reigate. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.