Adur Crime Rate January 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Adur's crime rate in January 2024 stood at 5.8 per 1,000 residents, placing it 21.6% below the UK average of 7.4. This performance reflects a mix of local dynamics and seasonal factors, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 30.2% of all reported crimes, followed by shoplifting at 23.1% and anti-social behaviour at 15.7%. The area's crime profile aligns with its character as a coastal district with a blend of urban and rural features, where retail centres and high streets likely contribute to shoplifting trends, while community-focused policing may help maintain lower rates in categories like burglary and vehicle crime. January's post-holiday period, with reduced retail footfall and shorter days, may have influenced the seasonal context, dampening outdoor crimes typical of busier months. However, the sharp rise in shoplifting and bicycle theft suggests other factors at play, such as increased demand for goods during the festive season or temporary lapses in security measures. The overall rate, though lower than the UK average, highlights the importance of sustained community engagement and targeted interventions to address specific vulnerabilities, such as the surge in shoplifting. This data underscores the need for a nuanced approach to crime prevention, balancing awareness of local patterns with national benchmarks.

January 2024 saw a sharp increase in shoplifting, with incidents rising by 222.2% from 27 in December to 87, marking the most significant category surge. Bicycle theft also spiked by 300%, climbing from one to four incidents, a jump that may reflect post-holiday activity or changes in retail security measures. Robbery rates doubled, with three incidents reported compared to one in December, a change that could indicate shifts in public space dynamics. Conversely, possession of weapons fell by 85.7%, from seven to one, and theft from the person decreased by 66.7%, from three to one, suggesting possible improvements in targeted prevention efforts. The breakdown reveals that violence and sexual offences, though the most common category at 30.2% of total crimes, remain 31% below the UK average. This contrast with shoplifting's 128% above UK rates illustrates a mixed picture of local crime patterns, where some areas align with national trends while others diverge sharply.

Adur's crime rate in January 2024 rose by 14.1% compared to the previous month, moving from 5.1 to 5.8 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though modest, suggests a shift in local patterns that may reflect seasonal transitions or temporary factors. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 12 crimes per day, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents for residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 172 residents, a monthly exposure rate that places Adur among the safer areas in the UK, where the average resident faces a higher likelihood of being a victim. This statistic, when viewed against the population of 64,889, underscores the relatively low frequency of crime in Adur despite the month-on-month rise. The increase appears to be concentrated in specific categories, which are explored in the highlights section, while the overall rate remains 21.6% below the UK average, highlighting the area's consistent performance relative to national trends.