Arun Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Arun's crime rate in April 2025 stood at 7.4 per 1,000 residents, placing it 3.9% below the UK average of 7.7. This slight but notable difference reflects a combination of local policing strategies, community characteristics, and seasonal factors. The area's crime profile was dominated by violence and sexual offences (31.5% of all incidents), anti-social behaviour (18.0%), and shoplifting (12.4%). The prevalence of violent crime, though lower than the UK average, suggests that targeted interventions in high-risk areas—such as town centres and transport hubs—may be contributing to this outcome. Shoplifting rates, however, exceeded the UK average by 36%, a figure that aligns with the Easter shopping period and the presence of multiple retail centres in the district. The seasonal context of April—marked by spring weather and increased outdoor activity—likely influenced patterns in public order offences and anti-social behaviour, which both showed higher-than-average rates. While these figures may indicate challenges in managing crowds and ensuring public safety during busy periods, the overall stability of Arun's crime rate compared to the national picture suggests that local initiatives are effectively balancing growth and security. The area's relatively low burglary and vehicle crime rates (21% and 20% below UK averages respectively) further reinforce that Arun's crime picture is shaped by its character as a mixed-use district with a strong emphasis on community policing and infrastructure design.

April 2025 saw a dramatic 500% increase in robbery incidents, rising from 2 to 12 cases. This sharp rise, while statistically significant, remains a small portion of overall crime (1.0% of total incidents). Conversely, drug-related offences fell by 45.7%, dropping from 35 to 19 cases, a trend consistent with broader national patterns during spring months. Shoplifting remained a concern, with rates 36% above the UK average (0.9 vs 0.7 per 1,000), likely linked to Easter retail activity and seasonal foot traffic. Possession of weapons increased by 36.8% (19 to 26 cases), a figure that is 186% above the UK average, raising questions about local enforcement and prevention strategies. Violent crime rates in Arun were 12% below the UK average, suggesting effective community policing or demographic factors that mitigate aggression in public spaces.

Arun's crime rate in April 2025 remained stable at 7.4 per 1,000 residents, a 1.7% decrease from the previous month's 7.6 rate. This consistency suggests no significant short-term shifts in criminal activity. Daily crime figures show an average of 42 crimes reported each day, a local metric that helps contextualise the pace of incidents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 135 residents, a figure that, when considered alongside Arun's population of 170,064, illustrates a relatively low level of exposure compared to larger urban centres. While the area's overall rate is slightly below the UK average, this monthly analysis highlights that local factors—such as seasonal activity patterns and community engagement—play a role in maintaining this stability. The population-scaled perspective further reinforces that Arun's residents experience crime at a rate that is proportionally lower than the national average, though specific categories like shoplifting and public order offences show divergent trends.