Arun Crime Rate December 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Arun, there were 6.1 reported crimes in December 2024, placing the area 14.1% below the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000. This figure translates to a daily risk of one crime for every 164 residents, a manageable but not negligible level of exposure. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (31.9% of total), shoplifting (11.8%), and criminal damage and arson (10.9%). The prominence of violence and sexual offences may reflect the social dynamics of a largely urban district, where nightlife and community interactions are more frequent. However, this category was 26% below the UK average, potentially due to local policing strategies or community engagement efforts. Shoplifting, meanwhile, was 23% above the UK average, a trend likely driven by the December shopping season and the influx of visitors to retail hubs. The rise in criminal damage and arson, 32% above the UK average, may be linked to the emptying of homes during the holidays, creating opportunities for vandalism. These patterns underscore the influence of seasonal factors on crime, with the party season and dark evenings likely contributing to an environment where certain offences—particularly those involving personal interactions—become more prevalent. While the overall rate is lower than the national average, the distribution of crime types highlights the need for targeted interventions, particularly in retail and community spaces.

December 2024 saw a stark increase in robbery, with cases rising from 3 to 7—a 133.3% surge—raising questions about localized vulnerabilities. Concurrently, drug-related offences rose by 64%, moving from 25 to 41, a trend that may reflect seasonal patterns in illicit activity. Other theft also climbed by 22.7%, suggesting a broader uptick in property crimes. However, this was offset by a 75% drop in theft from the person, likely due to reduced foot traffic during the holiday season or heightened personal vigilance. Shoplifting remained 23% above the UK average, with 122 incidents reported, potentially linked to Christmas shopping pressures. In contrast, violent crime rates—particularly violence and sexual offences—were 26% below the UK average at 1.9 per 1,000, a figure that may benefit from community initiatives or seasonal deterrence factors. These shifts highlight a combination of local dynamics and national trends, with some categories bucking broader patterns while others align more closely with UK averages.

In December 2024, Arun’s crime rate fell to 6.1 per 1,000 residents, a 12.5% decrease from November’s 7.0. This decline suggests a shifting pattern in local criminal activity. below the UK average. On a daily basis, 33 crimes were reported across the district, a figure that translates to roughly one crime occurring for every 164 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure metric offers a tangible sense of risk for residents, illustrating that while crime is present, it is not pervasive. The population context further reinforces this: with 170,064 residents, the absolute number of crimes (1,036) remains relatively low. This contrasts with previous months, where higher rates of burglary and theft from the person were more common, highlighting a potential seasonal shift in criminal focus. The reduction in burglary by 42.2% and theft from the person by 75% may reflect quieter holiday periods or increased security measures during December.