Littlehampton Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Littlehampton’s crime rate in July 2025 stood at 13.7 per 1,000 residents, marking a 59.3% increase compared to the UK average of 8.6 per 1,000. This figure underscores a significant disparity between the area and national trends, reflecting a combination of local factors and seasonal dynamics. The top three crime types—violence and sexual offences (36.6% of total), anti-social behaviour (17.3%), and shoplifting (12.6%)—highlight a pattern skewed towards interpersonal and public order issues. Violence and sexual offences alone exceeded the UK average by 64%, with a rate of 5.0 per 1,000, while shoplifting was 162% above the national benchmark. These figures may partly explain the area’s elevated crime profile, particularly given Littlehampton’s status as a coastal town with a mix of urban and rural characteristics. July, a peak summer month, typically sees increased foot traffic due to tourism, festivals, and school holidays, which may contribute to higher rates of public order offences and shoplifting. However, the dominance of violent crime suggests underlying social or environmental factors that warrant closer examination, such as the presence of high-traffic nightlife areas or unmet community needs.

July 2025 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with several categories showing marked changes compared to June. Vehicle crime dropped by 46.2% (13 → 7), a decrease that may reflect reduced traffic congestion during school holidays or increased local awareness of vehicle security. Similarly, other crime fell by 50% (6 → 3), possibly indicating effective community engagement or temporary deterrence from seasonal events. Conversely, possession of weapons surged by 300% (1 → 4), a stark increase that could signal heightened tensions or unaddressed safety concerns in specific areas. Drugs offences rose sharply by 233.3% (3 → 10), linked to increased summer gatherings or illicit activity tied to tourism. These trends contrast with the UK average for several categories: violence and sexual offences were 64% above the national rate, while anti-social behaviour exceeded it by 55%. Other theft (9 incidents) was 9% below the UK average, suggesting a local anomaly that may relate to Littlehampton’s lower density of commercial spaces or effective policing in that category. For residents, the drop in vehicle crime offers a tangible benefit, though the rise in drug-related incidents warrants attention.

Littlehampton’s crime rate in July 2025 rose by 11.9% compared to June’s 12.3 per 1,000, reflecting a month-on-month upward trend. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 8 crimes per day, a figure that, while contextually local, provides a clear snapshot of the area’s ongoing challenges. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 73 residents, a monthly exposure rate that, when compared to the UK average, highlights the area’s distinct profile. With a population of 18,529, Littlehampton’s crime statistics translate to a relatively high frequency of incidents per capita, particularly in categories like violence and shoplifting. This rate is higher than the UK average for property crimes, which may be attributed to the town’s retail presence along its coastal main street—a known hotspot for theft. However, the contrast with categories like other theft, which was 9% below the UK average, suggests that local factors, such as targeted policing or community initiatives, may be influencing certain areas of crime. The comparison to the previous month also reveals a seasonal pattern: while some crimes decrease during summer holidays, others, like violence and drug-related offences, appear to intensify, linked to increased social interaction in public spaces.