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 July 2025 are around 20 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Capel, Leigh and Newdigate crime rate of 71.99 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 Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (7) incidents (-30.00% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (5) incidents (-44.44% decrease)
  • Other theft: (3) incidents (200.00% increase)
Capel, Leigh and Newdigate Crime Hotspots

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

  • Winfield Grove with total crimes: 3
  • Temple Lane with total crimes: 3
  • Burnt Oak Lane with total crimes: 3

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 July 2025 the Capel, Leigh and Newdigate has recorded 20 crimes with crime rate of 71.99 ranking 9th 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.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Capel, Leigh and Newdigate)CrimesRank (Capel, Leigh and Newdigate)CrimesRank (Capel, Leigh and Newdigate)
Leatherhead North128 11,152 11,108 1
Dorking South64 2732 2618 2
Dorking North34 6437 4432 3
Holmwoods51 3498 3423 4
Bookham North44 4300 7255 8
Leatherhead South29 7329 5374 5
Bookham South34 5260 8259 7
Charlwood14 14311 6355 6
Brockham, Betchworth and Buckland26 8152 15196 10
Ashtead Village19 10225 10247 9
Fetcham East17 11231 9178 12
Box Hill and Headley15 12165 12115 18
Ashtead Park14 13161 14175 13
Westcott10 18165 13116 17
Okewood13 1584 21130 14
Ashtead Common11 16103 19122 15
Fetcham West7 20104 18117 16
Beare Green9 19127 1687 20
Mickleham, Westhumble and Pixham11 17127 17104 19
Leith Hill5 2186 2059 21

Capel, Leigh and Newdigate Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 7 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (10 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (9 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (8 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (8 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (3 incidents) also being high.

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).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 51 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.25 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20259
May 20255
April 20253
March 20254
February 20251
January 20253
December 20243
November 20244
October 20246
September 20244
August 20244

A total of 14 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20252
May 20252
April 20251
February 20251
January 20254
October 20241
August 20241

A total of 9 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.12 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
April 20251
March 20251
February 20251
November 20241
October 20241
August 20241

A total of 12 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20251
March 20252
February 20251
January 20251
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 74 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.17 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 202510
May 20258
April 20258
March 20252
February 20251
January 20256
December 20244
November 20245
October 20245
September 20246
August 202412

A total of 15 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20252
May 20252
April 20251
March 20252
January 20252
December 20242
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 14 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.56 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20251
April 20253
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20244
September 20241

A total of 4 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20252
March 20251

A total of 5 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
November 20241

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

High Crime Locations Capel, Leigh and Newdigate in July 2025

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

1. Winfield Grove (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Temple Lane (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
3. Burnt Oak Lane (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
4. Nunn'S Field (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
5. Parkgate Road (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
6. Rusper Road (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
7. Nursery Close (Map)
Total1
Public order1
8. Bennetts Wood (Map)
Total1
Burglary1
9. Charlwood Lane (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
10. Ewood Lane (Map)
Total1
Burglary1

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