Crime Rate in Capel, Leigh and Newdigate: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Capel, Leigh and Newdigate

The total recorded crimes in Capel, Leigh and Newdigate, Mole Valley, UK in March 2025 are around 13 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Capel, Leigh and Newdigate crime rate of 46.80 per 1,000 population.

It's important to note that this crime data is based on the Geographic Boundry data provided by the ONS around Capel, Leigh and Newdigate, encompassing approximately 277 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (4) incidents (300.00% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (2) incidents (100.00% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (2) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Capel, Leigh and Newdigate Crime Hotspots

The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,

  • Cartedale Cottages with total crimes: 2
  • Darbyshire Road with total crimes: 2
  • Wolves Hill with total crimes: 1

How safe is Capel, Leigh and Newdigate?

To understand the safety of Capel, Leigh and Newdigate, we need to analyze Capel, Leigh and Newdigate crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to Mole Valley:

    • In 2024, Capel, Leigh and Newdigate demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Mole Valley average, with 204 crimes compared to 283.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year.

    • In 2023, Capel, Leigh and Newdigate had fewer crimes than the Mole Valley average, with 179 crimes compared to 269. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Mole Valley, Capel, Leigh and Newdigate has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

    • The trend in crime rates suggests Negative changes in overall safety.

Capel, Leigh and Newdigate Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Capel, Leigh and Newdigate has recorded 13 crimes with crime rate of 46.80 ranking 15th out of 20 in the Mole Valley, UK

In 2024, the total Capel, Leigh and Newdigate crimes were 204. The crime rate of Capel, Leigh and Newdigate in 2024 was 734.34 (year) or 61.20 (month) ranking it 11 dangerous area in the Mole Valley.

In 2023, the total crimes in Capel, Leigh and Newdigate were around 179 crimes with yearly crime rate of 644.35 (year) or 53.70 (month) ranking 11 most dangerous area in the Mole Valley.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Mole Valley)CrimesRank (Mole Valley)CrimesRank (Mole Valley)
Leatherhead North111 11,152 11,108 1
Dorking South72 2732 2618 2
Dorking North36 6437 4432 3
Holmwoods50 3498 3423 4
Leatherhead South39 4329 5374 5
Bookham South38 5260 8259 7
Charlwood35 7311 6355 6
Bookham North33 8300 7255 8
Ashtead Village20 10225 10247 9
Fetcham East14 14231 9178 12
Ashtead Common23 9103 19122 15
Brockham, Betchworth and Buckland15 13152 15196 10
Ashtead Park16 11161 14175 13
Box Hill and Headley15 12165 12115 18
Westcott11 16165 13116 17
Okewood6 1984 21130 14
Fetcham West6 20104 18117 16
Beare Green10 17127 1687 20
Mickleham, Westhumble and Pixham10 18127 17104 19
Leith Hill3 2186 2059 21

Capel, Leigh and Newdigate Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (4 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (2 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Public order saw the largest number of reported crimes with 1 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 1 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (6 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 4 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (5 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In October 2024, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (6 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (6 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (4 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (12 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (4 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 9 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (10 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In May 2024, Public order dominated crime reports (6 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Public order were the most frequent (2 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (2 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 42 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.50 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20251
January 20253
December 20243
November 20244
October 20246
September 20244
August 20244
July 20244
June 20246
May 20242
April 20241

A total of 7 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.17 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
November 20241
July 20241
May 20242

A total of 66 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.50 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
January 20256
December 20244
November 20245
October 20245
September 20246
August 202412
July 20249
June 202410
May 20244
April 20242

A total of 11 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.38 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
January 20252
December 20242
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241
July 20241
May 20241

A total of 12 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
January 20251
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241
June 20242
May 20242

A total of 6 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
July 20242
June 20242
April 20241

A total of 12 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
November 20241
October 20241
August 20241
July 20241
June 20242
May 20243
April 20241

A total of 18 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.57 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20254
October 20241
August 20241
July 20243
May 20246
April 20242

A total of 16 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.78 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20244
September 20241
July 20241
June 20244
May 20242

A total of 2 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 1 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20241

High Crime Locations Capel, Leigh and Newdigate in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Capel, Leigh and Newdigate postcode area is presented below.

1. Cartedale Cottages (Map)
Total2
Other crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Darbyshire Road (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Wolves Hill (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
4. Nunn'S Field (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
5. Bennetts Wood (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
6. Winfield Grove (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
7. Partridge Lane (Map)
Total1
Drugs1
8. Parkgate Road (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
9. Parkgate Road (Map)
Total1
Burglary1
10. Parkgate Road (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1

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