Littlehampton Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Littlehampton's crime rate in June 2025 stood at 12.3 per 1,000 residents, placing it 51.9% above the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This stark deviation from the national norm is most pronounced in violent crime, where violence and sexual offences accounted for 39.2% of all reported incidents—4.8 per 1,000 residents, 68% above the UK average. The prominence of violent crime in a built-up area like Littlehampton may reflect the intersection of local demographics and seasonal factors. With June marking the start of summer, increased foot traffic through the town's retail and leisure hubs could contribute to heightened tensions in public spaces. Shoplifting, another standout category, occurred at a rate of 1.7 per 1,000 residents, 170% above the UK average, suggesting that commercial areas may be particularly vulnerable to theft during the pre-summer tourism season. The crime mix in Littlehampton also shows a stark contrast to the UK profile: while property crime constitutes 37.4% of incidents nationally, it accounts for only 37.4% in Littlehampton, with violent crime dominating at 39.2%. This imbalance may be influenced by the area's character as a coastal commuter town with a mix of residential and commercial zones, where interpersonal conflicts and retail thefts are more prevalent than burglary or vehicle crime. Seasonal context further complicates the picture: the longest days of the year may extend the hours during which violent and property crimes occur, while the early stages of the tourist season could bring transient populations that interact differently with local crime dynamics.

June 2025 saw significant fluctuations in specific crime categories, with shoplifting surging by 93.8% (16 to 31 incidents) and other crime doubling (3 to 6 incidents). This sharp increase in shoplifting may be linked to the start of summer, when retail activity intensifies and transient visitors may contribute to thefts in high-traffic areas. Conversely, anti-social behaviour fell by 54.0% (50 to 23 incidents), a drop that could reflect the early impact of local initiatives or the seasonal dispersal of transient populations. The violent crime category remained elevated, with violence and sexual offences at 4.8 per 1,000 residents—68% above the UK average. This figure is particularly striking given the area's built-up nature and proximity to coastal tourism routes, which may create environments conducive to interpersonal conflicts. Meanwhile, burglary and other theft categories showed mixed trends: burglary fell by 50.0% (8 to 4 incidents), due to improved local security measures or seasonal changes in residential activity, while other thefts dropped by 50.0% (20 to 10 incidents), suggesting a temporary reduction in targeted thefts. For residents, the most immediate concern remains shoplifting, which has nearly tripled the UK average rate and may require targeted interventions in retail areas.

Littlehampton's crime rate in June 2025 remained largely stable compared to the previous month, rising just 0.9% from 12.1 to 12.3 per 1,000 residents. This minimal change suggests that the overall crime profile has settled into a pattern that is both consistently high and relatively stable. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 8 crimes per day in June—a figure that, while significant, does not show dramatic fluctuations over the course of the month. When viewed through the lens of population exposure, the data reveals that over the course of June, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 82 residents—a monthly aggregate that underscores the persistent nature of crime in the area. This rate is higher than the UK average, which, while not directly comparable, highlights the unique challenges faced by Littlehampton. The built-up area's proximity to major transport links and its role as a commuter hub may contribute to sustained crime levels, as transient populations and regular foot traffic create conditions that are less conducive to long-term reductions in criminal activity. These factors, combined with the seasonal start of summer, suggest that Littlehampton's crime profile will likely remain a focal point for local authorities and residents alike.