Adur Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

December 2025 presented an unexpected shift in Adur's crime profile, with 'other crime' surging by 550% and drugs-related offences rising sharply. This stark contrast to earlier declines in shoplifting and anti-social behaviour highlights the volatility of local crime patterns. Adur's overall crime rate of 4.7 per 1,000 residents—32.9% below the UK average—reflects a generally low-risk environment, though the sudden increase in 'other crime' warrants scrutiny. Violence and sexual offences remained the most common category (42.7% of all crimes), but their rate (2.0 per 1,000) was lower than the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour (14% of all crimes) and shoplifting (8.8%) followed, both significantly below national benchmarks. The seasonal context of December—characterised by Christmas shopping, dark evenings, and holiday-related absences—may have influenced these patterns. For instance, reduced retail activity could explain the drop in shoplifting, while increased police presence during the festive period might have curbed anti-social behaviour. However, the sudden spike in 'other crime' suggests a possible shift in criminal activity or reporting practices that requires further investigation. Adur's low crime rate compared to the UK average underscores its relatively safe character, though the unexpected increases in certain categories highlight the need for adaptive policing strategies. The area's proximity to coastal resorts and its mix of urban and rural landscapes may contribute to these dynamics, with seasonal tourism impacting crime types in ways that require localised analysis.

December 2025 saw a dramatic 550% increase in 'other crime' reports, rising from 2 to 13 incidents. This spike, coupled with an 116.7% rise in drugs-related offences and a 100% increase in robbery cases, signals a notable shift in crime dynamics. These changes contrast with declines in shoplifting (-46%), anti-social behaviour (-40.3%), and other theft (-48.3%), which may reflect seasonal factors such as reduced retail activity or heightened policing during the festive period. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category (42.7% of all crimes), but their rate (2.0 per 1,000) was 22% below the UK average. The sharp rise in 'other crime'—a category that includes non-specific incidents—could indicate underreported or newly emerging issues, though further data would be needed to confirm this trend. Residents may find the 10-crimes-per-day figure useful for contextualising local safety relative to national averages.

Adur's crime rate in December 2025 (4.7 per 1,000 residents) marked a 7.3% decrease from the previous month's 5.1 per 1,000. This monthly decline aligns with seasonal patterns typical of December, when colder weather and holiday-related absences may reduce opportunities for certain crimes. Over the 31 days of December, the area recorded roughly 10 crimes per day, a figure that contextualises the pace of activity for residents. On a monthly basis, one reported crime occurred for every 211 residents, a rate that places Adur significantly below the UK average. This statistic, when considered alongside the area's population of 64,889, illustrates a relatively low exposure to crime compared to national benchmarks. The shift in crime types—from shoplifting and anti-social behaviour to increases in 'other crime' and drugs—suggests evolving patterns that may warrant closer attention to local enforcement strategies or community engagement efforts.