Arun Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences emerged as the dominant category in Arun's July 2025 crime profile, accounting for 32.4% of all reported incidents. With a crime rate of 8.1 per 1,000 residents, the district recorded 1,384 total crimes, placing it 5.8% below the UK average of 8.6 per 1,000. This figure, while slightly lower than the national benchmark, reflects a combination of local factors. The prominence of violent crime may be linked to Arun's seasonal dynamics, with July marking the peak of summer festivals, school holidays, and increased tourism. These factors likely contribute to higher concentrations of people in public spaces, which can both increase opportunities for crime and create environments where incidents are more visible. Anti-social behaviour and shoplifting also featured prominently, with the former exceeding the UK average by 23%. This may indicate challenges in managing public spaces during peak tourist periods, though the overall stability in crime rates suggests no major systemic shifts. The district's mix of urban and rural areas further complicates the picture, as different environments present distinct crime risks. For instance, retail centres may drive shoplifting, while more isolated rural areas could see different patterns of property crime. The relatively low rate of vehicle crime—49% below the UK average—might be attributed to effective parking management or the presence of secure storage facilities. However, the sharp rise in bicycle theft highlights vulnerabilities in securing personal property during summer months, when cycling activity is at its highest. These trends underscore the need for targeted interventions that address both the specific risks of the season and the unique characteristics of Arun's communities.

July saw a 91.7% surge in bicycle theft, rising from 12 to 23 incidents. This sharp increase may reflect the influx of tourists and seasonal events, though local factors such as increased outdoor activity could also play a role. Anti-social behaviour rose by 26.6%, with 314 incidents reported, a figure that is 23% above the UK average for this category. This contrast with the 40.9% drop in vehicle crime, which fell to 39 incidents from 66 in June, suggests shifting patterns in criminal opportunity. Violence and sexual offences remained the dominant category, with a rate of 2.6 per 1,000—14% below the UK average. This divergence from national trends may be influenced by Arun's mix of urban and rural areas, where community-focused policing initiatives could contribute to lower violent crime rates compared to more densely populated regions.

Arun's crime rate in July 2025 remained stable compared to June, with a -0.7% decrease from 8.2 to 8.1 per 1,000 residents. This consistency suggests no major shifts in overall criminal activity, though localised trends within specific categories warrant closer attention. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 45 crimes per day, a figure that reflects the district's population density and the mix of urban and rural environments. When scaled to the population of 170,064, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for every 123 residents, a rate that sits comfortably below the UK average. This context is useful for residents considering long-term safety planning, though daily fluctuations can occur due to seasonal factors such as festivals and tourist activity. The population-scaled perspective also highlights that Arun's crime profile is broadly aligned with national trends, despite some category-specific deviations.