Surrey police calls fell 4% in early 2025, but violent crimes and shootings rose while property crimes dropped.
Calls for Service Show a Decline
Fewer people are dialing the police in Surrey this year. In the first six months of 2025, officers received 89,399 calls for service, a dip of 4% compared to the 93,270 calls logged during the same period in 2024, according to newly released data from Surrey Police Service (SPS).
This decline signals a shift in the city’s policing landscape, but the numbers reveal a more complex story when crime categories are broken down.
Crimes Against People on the Rise
Reports of crimes against individuals have climbed significantly. So far in 2025, police recorded 3,482 such incidents, marking a 21% increase from 2,873 cases in early 2024.
This jump suggests that while fewer calls are being made overall, more of them are linked to violent or personal crimes, raising concern among community members.
Property Crimes Move in the Opposite Direction
Interestingly, property-related offenses show an opposite trend. In the first half of this year, police registered 8,925 property crimes, down 7% from 9,568 cases in the same period last year.
This drop highlights a possible shift in criminal activity, with theft and break-ins easing while personal threats grow.
Traffic Violations Drop, Fatal Crashes Increase
On Surrey’s roads, the picture is mixed. Police responded to 684 traffic violations, which is 8% fewer than the 743 incidents recorded in early 2024. However, the number of fatal traffic collisions jumped to nine, compared with six during the same period last year—a 50% increase.
While minor infractions are fewer, deadly accidents remain a growing concern.
Shootings Spike, Homicides Fall
One of the most alarming shifts lies in gun-related incidents. Reports of shots fired nearly doubled, climbing from 20 in early 2024 to 35 in 2025—a 75% spike.
At the same time, homicides have slightly decreased. Police reported four homicides in 2025, down from five in the same time frame last year.
A City Facing Shifting Challenges
Surrey’s latest police statistics paint a mixed picture: fewer calls overall, but a rise in violence and shootings. While property crimes and general traffic violations are easing, the increase in personal offenses and gun incidents underscores the city’s changing safety challenges.
Residents, community leaders, and law enforcement alike will be watching closely to see how these trends unfold in the coming months.
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