Adur Crime Rate

Adur recorded a crime rate of 71.6 per 1,000 residents between January 2025 and December 2025. This figure places Adur slightly below the UK average of 91.6 per 1,000, suggesting a comparatively safer environment. While the area benefits from a safety score of 85 out of 100, demonstrating a perception of safety amongst residents, understanding the specific types of crime prevalent in Adur and any emerging trends is crucial for maintaining community well-being. Overall, crime has remained stable, showing a decrease of 4.4% year-on-year.

Adur, a Local Authority District encompassing towns like Shoreham-by-Sea and Southwick, presents a unique profile influencing its crime statistics. The area's blend of coastal charm, residential neighbourhoods, and light industrial activity contributes to its crime landscape. Proximity to the sea attracts tourism, which can sometimes correlate with petty crime. The presence of local businesses and a relatively affluent population also play a role, impacting the types of offences recorded. Adur’s demographic makeup, with a mix of families, retirees, and younger professionals, adds further nuance to the understanding of its crime statistics, making a comprehensive analysis essential for informed community safety.

The most prevalent crimes in Adur between January 2025 and December 2025 were violence and sexual offences, accounting for 31.5% of all recorded crimes. These were followed by anti-social behaviour (18.0%), and shoplifting (15.4%). Public order offences represent a further 8.2% of incidents, while criminal damage and arson account for 7.3%. Vehicle crime, including theft and damage, is comparatively lower at 3.4%. Burglaries, while a concern, represent a smaller proportion of overall crime at 2.7%. Understanding this breakdown is crucial for targeted preventative measures and resource allocation within the community.

Crime rates in Adur have remained stable between January 2025 and December 2025, showing a decrease of 4.4% year-on-year. Monthly data reveals fluctuations, with peaks in February, July, and August. However, the overall trend indicates a positive direction, suggesting that ongoing crime prevention initiatives are having a beneficial impact. For example, January 2025 saw 5.6 crimes per 1,000, rising to 7.3 per 1,000 in July before falling to 4.7 per 1,000 in December.

Adur’s crime rate is comparable to its neighbouring areas, including Worthing, Brighton and Hove, Horsham, Arun and Lewes, all reporting zero crimes per 1,000 residents. This suggests a relatively consistent safety profile across the region, indicating that crime levels are not significantly higher or lower than surrounding areas.

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How To Keep Safe in Adur

Given that violence and sexual offences are the most common crimes in Adur, consider these practical tips: Be aware of your surroundings, especially when walking alone at night. Avoid walking through poorly lit areas. If you feel unsafe, seek help from a trusted friend or neighbour. Secure your home and belongings, and report any suspicious activity to the police. Consider joining a Neighbourhood Watch scheme to enhance community vigilance and share safety information.