Adur Crime Rate October 2023 | Monthly Statistics

In October 2023, Adur recorded a crime rate of 6.3 per 1,000 residents, placing it 21.3% below the UK average. This figure translates to a daily risk of roughly 13 crimes per day, a rate that reflects the area's relatively safer profile compared to national benchmarks. Violence and sexual offences remained the most common category, accounting for 34.6% of all reported crimes, though their rate was 19% below the UK average. This discrepancy may be linked to Adur's mix of coastal and suburban environments, where community policing and lower population density could contribute to reduced violent incidents. Shoplifting, however, stood out as a significant concern, with a rate 141% above the UK average. This anomaly is likely tied to the district's retail presence, particularly in areas like Worthing, where high foot traffic and seasonal shopping activity may create opportunities for theft. Anti-social behaviour and criminal damage also featured prominently, though their rates were below the UK average, suggesting effective local interventions or community-focused policing strategies. October's seasonal context—shorter evenings, Halloween, and the clocks going back—may have influenced crime patterns, with darker conditions increasing risks for property crimes while reducing opportunities for public order offences. These trends highlight the combination of local geography, demographics, and seasonal rhythms in shaping Adur's crime profile.

October saw a 200% increase in possession of weapons, rising from 1 to 3 incidents—a sharp rise that may indicate shifting patterns in local criminal activity. Meanwhile, shoplifting remained a persistent concern, with a rate 141% above the UK average, suggesting that retail areas in Adur continue to face significant challenges. Public order offences fell by nearly half, possibly linked to shorter evenings and reduced social gatherings during the month. The 100% increase in 'other crime' and theft from the person raises questions about emerging trends, though these categories remain too broad to pinpoint specific causes. Vehicle crime dropped by 30.8%, which could be attributed to reduced parking activity or seasonal changes in commuter behaviour. These fluctuations underscore the dynamic nature of crime in Adur, with some categories showing clear declines while others remain elevated.

Adur's crime rate in October 2023 fell by 15.4% compared to September, dropping from 7.5 to 6.3 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with broader seasonal patterns, as shorter evenings and reduced foot traffic in retail areas may contribute to lower reported incidents. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 13 crimes per day, a figure that contextualises the rate as relatively low for a district of Adur's size. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for every 158 residents, a ratio that suggests a lower frequency of encounters with crime than the UK average. This monthly exposure metric, while not directly comparable to national figures, offers a tangible measure of risk for local residents. The drop in public order offences by 49% and vehicle crime by 30.8% may reflect reduced activity during October, though these trends require further analysis to confirm their connection to seasonal factors.