Redhill, Surrey: crime and schools at a glance
1,571 crimes were recorded within 600 m of the centre of Redhill in the 12 months to August 2026, about 131 a month. That is the 5th highest of the 49 Surrey towns compared, so it sits in the busier quarter. Busy town centres record more crime because more people pass through, so this says little about the quieter residential streets around them. That is well above the median town, as larger town centres with shops and stations usually are.
| Measure | Redhill |
|---|---|
| Recorded crimes, last 12 months | 1,571 |
| Average per month | 131 |
| Rank (1 = lowest crime of 49 Surrey towns) | 45 |
| State primary schools within 1 mile | 7 |
| State secondary schools within 3 miles | 5 |
| Independent schools within 2 miles | 3 |
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Schools
Redhill has 7 state primary schools within 1 mile and 5 state secondary schools within 3 miles of the town centre. The nearest state primary is St Matthew's CofE Primary School (0.3 mi). The nearest state secondary is Carrington School (0.4 mi).
Frequently asked questions
How much crime is there in Redhill?
1,571 crimes were recorded within 600 m of the centre of Redhill in the 12 months to August 2026, about 131 a month. That is the 5th highest of the 49 Surrey towns compared, so it sits in the busier quarter. Busy town centres record more crime because more people pass through, so this says little about the quieter residential streets around them. That is well above the median town, as larger town centres with shops and stations usually are.
What are the most common crimes in Redhill?
The most common recorded categories within 600 m of the centre are violent crime (31%), shoplifting (15%), anti-social behaviour (14%).
Are there good schools near Redhill?
Redhill has 7 state primary schools within 1 mile and 5 state secondary schools within 3 miles of the town centre. The nearest state primary is St Matthew's CofE Primary School (0.3 mi). The nearest state secondary is Carrington School (0.4 mi). School quality is not rated here: check Ofsted and the school’s own information before deciding.
Nearby towns
- Reigate – 36th of 49 for lowest recorded crime
- Merstham – 28th of 49 for lowest recorded crime
- Kingswood – 1st of 49 for lowest recorded crime
- Tadworth – 2nd of 49 for lowest recorded crime
Crime data to August 2026; school list from DfE data built 2026-10-24. Updated monthly.