Barnham Arun Crime Rate September 2023 | Monthly Statistics

September 2023 saw Barnham (Arun) maintain a crime rate of 5.3 per 1,000 residents, a figure that is 33.8% below the UK average of 8.0. This performance places the area among the safer localities in the country, with crime levels consistently lower than the national benchmark. The breakdown of offences reveals that violence and sexual offences accounted for 34.1% of all incidents, followed by criminal damage and arson (13.6%) and anti-social behaviour (11.4%). These figures align with the seasonal context of September, a time marked by the return to school and university, which may contribute to increased social interactions and, by extension, incidents of violence or disorder. The low crime rate is particularly notable in the context of a built-up area within Arun, where the combination of a small population and limited urban density likely plays a role in mitigating crime. The relatively low levels of property crime—19 incidents compared to 15 violent crimes—suggest a balance between personal safety concerns and theft-related issues. However, the seasonal shift towards shorter evenings and the start of the academic year may have influenced the distribution of crimes, with anti-social behaviour declining as nightlife activity waned. This pattern is consistent with other small communities where seasonal transitions and demographic shifts significantly impact local crime profiles. The data also highlights the importance of targeted measures in addressing specific categories, such as the 300% above-average rate of bicycle theft, which may require enhanced security in local transport hubs or increased community engagement around cycling infrastructure.

September 2023 marked a sharp rise in shoplifting, with incidents jumping from 1 to 5—a 400% increase—suggesting a possible link to the start of the academic year and increased foot traffic in local retail areas. Bicycle theft also saw a 100% surge, rising from 0 to 3, which may reflect seasonal changes as students return to the area. Conversely, anti-social behaviour dropped by 54.5%, decreasing from 11 to 5, a decline that could be attributed to the transition into autumn and reduced late-night activity. Violence and sexual offences in Barnham remained 34% below the UK average at 1.8 per 1,000, a statistic that contrasts with the national trend. Meanwhile, bicycle theft in the area was 300% above the UK average, a stark outlier that may indicate specific vulnerabilities in local infrastructure or security measures. These shifts in crime patterns underscore the need for targeted interventions in high-risk areas such as retail hubs and cycle parking facilities.

Barnham (Arun) saw a 2.3% increase in its crime rate from 5.2 to 5.3 per 1,000 residents in September 2023 compared to August. While this small upward shift is statistically minimal, it reflects ongoing fluctuations in local crime patterns. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly one crime per day, a figure that underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents in this built-up area. Over the course of the month, 1 reported crime occurred for every 188 residents, a monthly exposure rate that places Barnham well below the UK average. This statistic is particularly meaningful for residents, as it illustrates that the likelihood of encountering crime in Barnham remains significantly lower than the national context. The population-scaled perspective further highlights the area’s safety, with 8,276 residents experiencing a crime rate that is 33.8% below the UK average. This contrast with the UK’s higher overall rate reinforces Barnham’s position as a community with a consistently lower crime burden relative to the national landscape.