Arun Crime Rate April 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Arun’s overall crime rate in April 2024 stood at 7.0 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 9.1% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This performance reflects a combination of local factors and broader seasonal influences. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, accounting for 30.9% of all reported crimes, followed closely by shoplifting (14.2%) and anti-social behaviour (14.1%). The seasonal context of April—marked by the Easter period and milder spring weather—likely contributed to increased outdoor activity, which may have influenced patterns in both property and violent crime. For instance, shoplifting’s sharp rise could be linked to Easter-related retail traffic, while anti-social behaviour might reflect the social dynamics of a holiday period. However, Arun’s violent crime rate is lower than the UK average, with violence and sexual offences at 2.2 per 1,000 compared to the national figure of 2.6 per 1,000. This suggests that local policing or community initiatives may be effective in managing violent incidents, though further analysis is needed to confirm this. The area’s mixed landscape—spanning rural and urban zones—may also play a role in crime distribution, as different environments present distinct challenges and opportunities for law enforcement. While the slight upward trend in crime rates compared to March indicates a need for continued vigilance, Arun’s overall position relative to the UK highlights both strengths and areas for improvement in local crime management.

April 2024 saw significant fluctuations in specific crime types. Shoplifting surged by 67.3%, increasing from 101 to 169 incidents—a stark rise that may reflect seasonal shopping activity or targeted retail vulnerabilities. Vehicle crime also rose sharply, up 43.9% to 82 cases, potentially linked to increased outdoor activity during spring. Conversely, drug-related offences fell by 41.3%, from 46 to 27 cases, a decline that could indicate shifts in local patterns or enforcement focus. Shoplifting in Arun remains 49% above the UK average, highlighting a localised challenge. Meanwhile, violent crimes, though still the most common category (30.9% of all incidents), are 14% below the UK average, suggesting a relatively lower incidence of violence compared to the national picture.

Arun’s crime rate in April 2024 rose slightly to 7.0 per 1,000 residents, a 2.8% increase from March’s 6.8 per 1,000. While this marks a small upward trend, the area remains 9.1% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. On a daily basis, Arun experienced approximately 40 reported crimes each day in April, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents for residents. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for roughly every 143 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the frequency of incidents relative to the local population. This statistic, while notable, must be considered alongside the broader regional context, as Arun’s population of 170,064 is spread across a mix of rural and urban areas, potentially influencing crime distribution and perception.