Arun Crime Rate July 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Arun's crime profile in July 2024, accounting for 33.9% of all reported crimes at 469 incidents. This category, at 2.8 per 1,000 residents, was 2% below the UK average of 2.9 per 1,000. The overall crime rate for the area stood at 8.1 per 1,000, placing it 3.6% below the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour followed closely with 16.9% of total crimes, while shoplifting contributed 11.7%, albeit at a rate 47% above the UK average. The seasonal context of July—peak summer, school holidays, and tourism—likely influenced these patterns, as outdoor events and festivals may have increased opportunities for violence and anti-social behaviour. However, the dominance of violent crime over property crime (which accounted for 29.4% of incidents) suggests underlying social dynamics that may require targeted interventions. The area's crime profile reflects a combination of local factors, with the high rate of shoplifting linked to retail density in key areas. Despite the overall rate being slightly below the UK average, the sharp rise in bicycle theft and burglary underscores the need for continued monitoring of specific crime trends. The data illustrates that while Arun's crime rate is relatively low nationally, certain categories demand focused attention to address their disproportionate impact on local communities.

July saw significant fluctuations in crime types, with bicycle theft rising sharply by 77.8% (9 to 16 incidents), a change that may reflect increased outdoor activity during summer festivals. Burglary also increased by 42.9% (35 to 50), possibly linked to seasonal patterns such as holidays or tourism events. Conversely, drug-related crimes fell by 42.1% (38 to 22), a decline that could indicate effective local interventions or shifts in criminal activity. Shoplifting in Arun remained higher than the UK average, with a rate of 1.0 per 1,000 compared to the UK's 0.7 per 1,000, a 47% discrepancy that suggests unique retail or enforcement challenges. The balance of crime types shifted slightly, with violent crimes (33.9%) maintaining dominance over property crimes (29.4%), though anti-social behaviour (16.9%) also remained a significant concern. These variations highlight the need for targeted strategies to address rising categories while leveraging successes in areas like drug-related crime reduction.

Arun's crime rate in July 2024 rose to 8.1 per 1,000 residents, a 6.8% increase from the previous month's 7.6 per 1,000. This upward trend suggests a shift in local dynamics. below the UK average. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 45 crimes per day, a figure that reflects the density of reported incidents across the month. When scaled to the population of 170,064, this equates to one reported crime for roughly every 123 residents over the course of July. This monthly exposure provides a tangible measure of risk for residents, though it does not capture the frequency of daily incidents. The rise in crime rate contrasts with the UK average, highlighting the need for localized analysis of contributing factors such as seasonal activity or regional demographics. The comparison underscores that while Arun's rate is slightly below the national average, the month-on-month change warrants attention to emerging patterns.