Shoreham-by-Sea Crime Rate March 2025 | Monthly Statistics

A sharp increase in 'Other crime' by 133.3% in March 2025 stands out as the most unexpected development in Shoreham-by-Sea's crime profile. This category, which includes offences not neatly classified elsewhere, rose from three to seven incidents, marking a significant departure from prior trends. The overall crime rate of 6.1 per 1,000 residents remains 21.8% below the UK average of 7.8, reflecting a safer-than-average environment for this coastal built-up area. Violence and sexual offences (46 cases, 31.9% of total) remain the most common category, though they are 30% below the UK average. This could be linked to the area's character as a commuter town with a mix of residential and commercial zones, where community policing and local engagement may contribute to lower violent crime rates. Shoplifting, however, has surged to 29 cases (20.1% of total), 76% above the UK average of 0.7 per 1,000. This anomaly may be connected to the town's retail presence, particularly during the transition to spring, when foot traffic increases and evenings lengthen. The seasonal context of March—clocks changing and longer daylight hours—may also influence crime patterns, with shoplifting and anti-social behaviour peaking during these transitional periods. Despite these fluctuations, Shoreham-by-Sea's crime rate remains relatively stable, suggesting a consistent approach to local law enforcement and community safety initiatives.

March 2025 saw a 133.3% increase in 'Other crime,' a category that rose from three to seven incidents. This surge, while unclassified, could signal emerging trends or underreported issues. Robbery also increased by 100% (from zero to one case), and drugs-related offences rose by 66.7% (from three to five cases), indicating potential shifts in criminal activity. Conversely, anti-social behaviour decreased by 36% (from 25 to 16 cases), and criminal damage and arson fell by 38.9% (from 18 to 11 cases), possibly reflecting seasonal factors or targeted local interventions. Shoplifting in Shoreham-by-Sea (1.2 per 1,000) is 76% above the UK average of 0.7 per 1,000, highlighting a unique challenge for local retailers. Meanwhile, violence and sexual offences remain significantly below the UK average (1.9 vs 2.7 per 1,000), a trend consistent with the area's relatively low population density and community-focused policing. For residents, the 20.1% share of shoplifting in total crimes offers a practical insight—local businesses may need to enhance security measures during peak shopping hours. These shifts underscore the importance of continuous monitoring and adaptive strategies to address emerging crime patterns.

Shoreham-by-Sea's crime rate in March 2025 remained stable at 6.1 per 1,000 residents, matching the previous month's figure exactly. This consistency suggests that local crime prevention efforts have maintained their effectiveness despite seasonal transitions. On a daily basis, 5 crimes were reported per day in March, a figure that aligns with the area's built-up character and population of 23,713. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 165 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is lower than the UK average. This statistic provides a tangible sense of the likelihood of encountering crime for individuals living in the area—approximately 0.6% of residents would be directly affected by a crime in any given month. The population-scaled perspective also highlights the area's relative safety, as the crime rate per capita is significantly lower than the national benchmark. While the daily crime count may seem high to some, it is important to contextualise this within the local framework: 5 crimes per day in a town of 23,713 residents equates to a rate of 0.021 per resident, a figure that is well below the UK average. These comparisons reinforce Shoreham-by-Sea's position as a safer-than-average location, particularly when considering the sharp contrast between its crime rates and the UK average for shoplifting and violence. The data also underscores the need for targeted strategies to address specific challenges, such as the spike in 'Other crime,' while maintaining the overall stability achieved through existing measures.