Littlehampton Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Littlehampton's crime profile in April 2025, accounting for 41.3% of all reported incidents. This category alone contributed to a crime rate of 4.1 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 57% above the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. The prevalence of violent crime, particularly during the Easter period, may be linked to increased social activity and the transitional nature of spring, which sees shifts in community patterns and outdoor engagement. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, making up 23.4% of incidents and contributing to a rate 73% above the UK average. This suggests persistent challenges in managing public order, possibly exacerbated by the town's built-up character and the seasonal influx of visitors. Criminal damage and arson, at 8.2% of total crimes, also showed a 40% increase compared to the UK average, reflecting ongoing issues with property-related offences. The seasonal context of April—marked by Easter celebrations and the onset of warmer weather—likely influenced crime dynamics, with increased outdoor activity contributing to both violent and anti-social incidents. However, the overall crime rate of 9.9 per 1,000 remains 28.6% above the UK average, underscoring the need for targeted interventions in high-risk categories. While shoplifting and public order offences showed modest increases, the most significant disparities from national trends were observed in violent crime and anti-social behaviour, which may require tailored strategies to address local conditions effectively.

April 2025 saw a significant 200% increase in possession of weapons, rising from 2 to 6 incidents. This spike, though small in absolute terms, highlights a concerning trend in local crime dynamics. Conversely, drug-related offences dropped by 83.3%, from 6 to 1, marking one of the most substantial decreases in the month. Vehicle crime also fell sharply by 80%, aligning with broader patterns of reduced theft in transport-related categories. The dominance of violent crime—accounting for 41.3% of all reported incidents—places Littlehampton 57% above the UK average for violence and sexual offences. This stark divergence from national trends suggests unique local factors, such as increased social interactions during the Easter holiday period, may be influencing crime patterns. The 100% increase in burglary cases, from 1 to 2, contrasts with the 63% below UK average for this category, illustrating the combination of local conditions and national crime profiles.

Littlehampton's crime rate in April 2025 stood at 9.9 per 1,000 residents, a 9.4% decrease from the previous month's rate of 11.0 per 1,000. This decline suggests a possible stabilization in local crime trends, though the rate remains higher than the UK average. On a daily basis, approximately six crimes were reported each day in April, reflecting a consistent level of activity across the built-up area. When considering the monthly exposure, one crime occurred for roughly every 101 residents over the course of the month, a figure that contextualizes the scale of crime relative to the population. The drop from March to April may be linked to seasonal factors, such as the Easter holiday period, which often sees reduced outdoor activity and altered community patterns. However, the persistence of high rates in specific categories, like violence and sexual offences, underscores the need for targeted local interventions.