Arun Crime Rate October 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Arun’s overall crime rate in October 2023 stood at 6.6 per 1,000 residents, placing it 17.5% below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. This figure marks a continuation of the area’s relatively low crime profile compared to national benchmarks. The most prevalent crime types were violence and sexual offences (34% of total crimes), followed by anti-social behaviour (13.7%) and criminal damage and arson (10.8%). These trends align with Arun’s character as a largely rural and suburban district, where property crimes such as shoplifting and vehicle crime are less common than in densely populated urban centres. Seasonal factors played a notable role in shaping crime patterns this month. The transition to darker evenings in October, coupled with the timing of Halloween, may have influenced the sharp decline in shoplifting cases, which fell by 22.5% compared to September. This suggests that seasonal events can act as a deterrent to certain types of crime, possibly due to increased community engagement or altered retail activity. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour also saw a reduction. The area’s lower-than-average rates for violent crime and property-related offences indicate a combination of local policing strategies, community initiatives, and the geographical context of Arun as a low-density area. However, the slight increase in criminal damage and arson, which was 11% above the UK average, raises questions about targeted factors such as property vulnerability or seasonal maintenance practices. Overall, the data illustrates a generally stable crime environment in Arun, with some areas of improvement and others requiring further attention.

October 2023 saw a marked decrease in shoplifting, with reported cases falling by 22.5% to 86 incidents, the lowest figure for this category in recent months. This decline may be linked to seasonal factors such as Halloween, which could have altered retail foot traffic patterns. Anti-social behaviour also dropped by 18.2%, from 187 to 153 cases, suggesting a potential reduction in community tensions or increased police presence in key areas. Conversely, robbery rates surged by 71.4%, rising from 7 to 12 incidents, a sharp increase that deserves closer attention. Drug-related offences also rose by 57.1%, with cases climbing from 14 to 22, highlighting a growing concern in this category. Violence and sexual offences remained 19% below the UK average, at 2.2 per 1,000 residents, a figure that may reflect the area’s community-focused policing strategies. These contrasting trends illustrate the complex nature of crime patterns, where some categories show improvement while others demand immediate action.

Arun's crime rate in October 2023 fell to 6.6 per 1,000 residents, a 9.1% drop from the previous month’s 7.2 per 1,000. This decline aligns with a broader trend observed in the area over recent months. On a daily basis, the district recorded approximately 36 crimes per day in October, a figure that reflects the local context of Arun’s population and community dynamics. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 152 residents, a metric that provides a clear sense of monthly exposure. When scaled against Arun’s population of 170,064, this rate underscores the relative safety of the area compared to the UK average. The reduction in anti-social behaviour and shoplifting, combined with a notable decrease in possession of weapons, suggests a shift in crime patterns that may be influenced by seasonal factors such as the transition to darker evenings and the timing of Halloween events. These changes, while modest, indicate a consistent effort by local authorities and residents to maintain community safety.