Arun Crime Rate April 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Arun's crime rate in April 2023 stood at 6.3 per 1,000 residents, marking a 16% deficit compared to the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000. This performance places the area in a consistently safer category relative to national trends, a pattern that has likely been reinforced by seasonal factors and local characteristics. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 39.9% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (14.0%) and criminal damage and arson (11.4%). The prevalence of violent crime, while significant, was 4% below the UK average, suggesting that Arun's approach to community safety or demographic profile may play a role in mitigating such incidents. The presence of anti-social behaviour at a rate 24% below the UK average could indicate effective local initiatives or the influence of a community with strong social cohesion. Seasonal context is also relevant: April, with its Easter period and spring weather, typically sees increased outdoor activity, which may contribute to fluctuations in certain categories. For instance, the rise in bicycle theft (+100%) might be linked to more people cycling during the warmer weather, while the decline in burglary (-54.8%) could reflect reduced residential activity during school holidays or improved home security measures. The overall crime picture in Arun appears to be shaped by a combination of geographic factors, such as its likely coastal or market town character, and proactive policing strategies that have helped maintain a lower crime rate than the national average. However, the increases in specific categories like robbery and anti-social behaviour highlight areas for continued focus, particularly as the Easter period and spring season bring heightened public activity.

April 2023 saw significant increases in bicycle theft (+100%), robbery (+42.9%), and anti-social behaviour (+23.1%), with the latter rising from 121 to 149 incidents. These shifts contrast with notable declines in burglary (-54.8%) and theft from the person (-50%), suggesting a possible reallocation of criminal activity during the Easter and spring period. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, contributing 39.9% of all crimes, though this rate was 4% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour, at 0.9 per 1,000, was 24% below the UK average, highlighting a trend that may be linked to community policing efforts or the area's social dynamics. The sharp rise in bicycle theft could be tied to increased outdoor activity, while the drop in burglary may reflect seasonal patterns or improved security measures in residential areas.

Arun's crime rate in April 2023 rose by 4.7% compared to March's 6.0 per 1,000, reaching 6.3 per 1,000. This places it 16% below the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000, reflecting a consistently safer profile compared to national trends. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 36 crimes per day, a figure that contextualises the monthly total of 1,065 offences. Over the course of April, one reported crime occurred for every 160 residents, a ratio that highlights the relatively low frequency of incidents per capita. This monthly exposure is particularly notable given Arun's population of 170,064, suggesting that while crime is present, it does not dominate the daily lives of residents. The shift from March to April appears to be influenced by seasonal factors, such as increased outdoor activity during spring, which may contribute to fluctuations in certain crime categories. However, the overall downward trend relative to the UK average persists, underscoring the area's comparative safety.