Arun Crime Rate October 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Arun's overall crime rate in October 2024 stood at 6.7 per 1,000 residents, marking a 17.3% reduction compared to the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This figure, while showing a slight increase of 6.5% from September's 6.3 per 1,000, remains firmly in the lower quartile of national crime rates. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, contributing 34.8% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour at 12.8% and shoplifting at 11.5%. These patterns may be influenced by the seasonal context of October, with clocks going back and darker evenings potentially increasing opportunities for certain types of crime. However, the district's overall performance in reducing violent crime compared to the UK average highlights the effectiveness of local policing or community engagement efforts. The drop in anti-social behaviour by 22.7% could be linked to initiatives targeting public spaces or the natural rhythm of the academic calendar, as October typically marks the start of the school year. Meanwhile, shoplifting's 11% above the UK average may reflect the presence of retail hubs or high-traffic areas that attract opportunistic offenders. These findings suggest that while Arun's crime profile is generally positive, targeted interventions in specific areas could further reduce disparities with national benchmarks.

October 2024 saw a 144.4% increase in vehicle crime, rising from 36 to 88 incidents, a surge that may partly explain the overall monthly rise in crime. This spike contrasts with a 33.3% drop in bicycle theft, which fell from 15 to 10, potentially reflecting seasonal changes in outdoor activity. Violence and sexual offences remained the most common category, accounting for 34.8% of all crimes, but this type was 10% below the UK average. Shoplifting was 11% above the UK average, a deviation that could be linked to retail activity in the area. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour decreased by 22.7%, a reduction that may align with local initiatives or seasonal factors such as the transition to darker evenings. These shifts illustrate the dynamic nature of crime patterns, with specific categories responding differently to environmental or social changes.

Arun's crime rate in October 2024 rose by 6.5% compared to September's 6.3 per 1,000, reflecting a slight upward trend despite remaining 17.3% below the UK average. Daily crime counts averaged 37 incidents per day, a figure that contextualises the pace of activity in the district. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 148 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the relative safety of Arun compared to national benchmarks. This statistic, when scaled to the area's population of 170,064, illustrates that the majority of residents experienced no crime during October. However, the increase from September suggests a need for continued monitoring, particularly in areas where specific crime types have shifted. The population-scaled perspective highlights that while the overall rate remains low, small fluctuations in crime distribution can impact local perceptions of safety.