Shoreham-by-Sea Crime Rate October 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Shoreham-by-Sea recorded a crime rate of 7.3 per 1,000 residents in October 2024, placing it 9.9% below the UK average of 8.1. This figure, though lower than the national benchmark, reflects a combination of local factors and seasonal rhythms. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (27.9% of total), shoplifting (24.4%), and anti-social behaviour (18.0%). The area’s violent crime rate of 2.0 per 1,000 was 25% below the UK average, a trend likely influenced by the town’s relatively small population and community-oriented infrastructure. However, shoplifting remained a persistent issue, with the rate at 1.8 per 1,000—150% above the UK average. This discrepancy may be attributed to the town’s high street retail presence, which attracts both residents and visitors. October’s shorter days and Halloween-related activities may have also contributed to fluctuations in crime patterns. The overall crime rate, while rising from 5.6 per 1,000 in September, still positions Shoreham-by-Sea as a safer area compared to national averages, though targeted interventions may be needed for specific categories like shoplifting.

October 2024 saw a dramatic 800% increase in vehicle crime, rising from one to nine incidents. This surge, though unexplained by the data, may be linked to seasonal factors such as Halloween or changes in local traffic patterns. Concurrently, possession of weapons rose 300% and drug-related crimes increased 200%, both pointing to shifts in criminal activity that contrast with the area’s generally lower crime profile. Shoplifting remains 150% above the UK average at 1.8 per 1,000, a persistent issue tied to the town’s retail presence. Conversely, anti-social behaviour and public order offences were slightly above the UK average, while violent crime was 25% below. These disparities highlight the area’s unique challenges, with shoplifting and vehicle crime emerging as key concerns for local authorities and residents.

Shoreham-by-Sea’s crime rate in October 2024 rose 29.2% compared to the previous month, climbing from 5.6 to 7.3 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though notable, still places the area 9.9% below the UK average of 8.1. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly six crimes per day over the 31-day period, a figure that may reflect seasonal patterns such as Halloween and the transition to darker evenings. When scaled to the population, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for every 138 residents. This rate, while higher than the prior month, remains lower than the UK average. The shift in crime types—particularly the surge in vehicle crime and possession of weapons—suggests potential changes in local dynamics, though can be confirmed without further data. The population-scaled perspective highlights that while the rate has increased, the overall risk to residents remains relatively low compared to national benchmarks.