Arun Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Arun's crime rate in September 2025 stood at 6.8 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 8.1% below the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000. This figure reflects a consistent trend of lower-than-average crime rates. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 36.9% of all crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (15.5%) and shoplifting (10.6%). The dominance of violent crime aligns with Arun's character as a mixed urban-rural district with a significant population of students and commuters, factors that may contribute to higher rates of interpersonal incidents. Seasonal context plays a role, as September marks the return of students to universities in the region and the start of the academic year, potentially influencing patterns of anti-social behaviour and public order offences. However, shoplifting rates in Arun are higher than the UK average—15% above—suggesting that retail environments in the area may be particularly vulnerable to such activity. This could be linked to the presence of multiple shopping centres and high streets in the district, which attract both local and visiting populations. The overall crime rate, while lower than the national average, is not without its anomalies, highlighting the need for targeted interventions in areas where specific crime types are represented.

September 2025 saw a 200% increase in theft from the person, rising from 2 to 6 incidents—a sharp spike that could signal a shift in criminal tactics or heightened vulnerability in specific areas. Meanwhile, burglary rates increased by 47.2% (36 to 53), a rise that contrasts with the UK average for this category. Vehicle crime, however, dropped by 52.3% (65 to 31), likely reflecting the impact of seasonal changes such as reduced evening activity in residential areas. Anti-social behaviour also fell by 40.7% (300 to 178), a decrease that may be linked to the start of the academic year and reduced night-time gatherings. Shoplifting remains a notable outlier, with rates 15% above the UK average, influenced by the influx of university students and freshers during the month.

Arun's crime rate in September 2025 dropped by 17.5% from the previous month's 8.2 per 1,000 to 6.8 per 1,000. This decline aligns with a broader trend observed in local policing reports, though seasonal factors may play a role. On average, 38 crimes were reported daily in September, a figure that contextualises the frequency of incidents for residents. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 148 residents, a monthly aggregate that provides a clearer picture of exposure than daily fluctuations. The population-scaled perspective reveals that Arun's crime rate remains 8.1% below the UK average, a margin that has narrowed slightly compared to earlier in the year. This reduction is particularly notable in vehicle crime, which fell by 52.3% month-on-month, suggesting potential improvements in local security measures or shifts in criminal activity patterns.