Littlehampton Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Littlehampton's crime rate in November 2025 stood at 8.7 per 1,000 residents, marking a 19.2% increase above the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000. This places the area among the higher-crime localities in the country, though the overall rate remains relatively moderate compared to major urban centres. The most prevalent crime types were violence and sexual offences (32.9% of all reported crimes), followed by anti-social behaviour (14.3%) and shoplifting (10.6%). These figures align with patterns typically observed in mixed-use towns where retail activity and public spaces contribute to higher rates of property and violent crimes. The seasonal context of November—marked by Bonfire Night, Black Friday shopping, and shorter daylight hours—may have influenced these trends. For instance, shoplifting incidents rose sharply, possibly linked to increased foot traffic during the post-Christmas sales period. Meanwhile, the spike in violence and sexual offences could reflect the impact of dark evenings and social gatherings around the annual fireworks event. However, direct causation, and other factors such as local policing strategies or demographic shifts may also play a role. The area’s built-up character within the Arun district, with its mix of residential and commercial zones, likely contributes to the crime profile observed.

November 2025 saw several notable shifts in Littlehampton’s crime profile. Robbery incidents increased by 66.7%, rising from 3 to 5 cases—a significant jump that outpaced other categories. This category’s rate of 0.3 per 1,000 was 173% above the UK average, highlighting a stark localised issue. Concurrently, shoplifting surged by 88.9%, with 17 incidents recorded compared to 9 in October, placing it 43% above the UK average. This sharp increase may be tied to the Black Friday shopping period, which typically sees heightened retail activity and associated crime. In contrast, bicycle theft fell by 75%, dropping from 4 to 1 case—a drop that aligns with the seasonal reduction in cycling during colder months. Anti-social behaviour remained elevated, with 23 incidents (14.3% of total crimes) and a 13% gap above the UK average. The area’s retail presence and public spaces likely contribute to these patterns. For residents, the 66.7% rise in robbery underscores the need for vigilance in high-traffic areas, particularly during evenings and weekends.

Littlehampton’s crime rate in November 2025 (8.7 per 1,000) was 10.5% lower than the previous month’s rate of 9.7 per 1,000, indicating a short-term decline. This reduction, however, does not bring the area closer to the UK average, which remains 7.3 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 5 crimes per day over the 30-day period—a figure that, while locally relevant, lacks direct comparison to national daily rates. When scaled to the population, the monthly exposure rate of 1 crime per 115 residents provides context for residents: over the course of November, a resident had a 1-in-115 chance of being directly affected by a reported crime. This metric, though not directly comparable to UK-wide figures, offers a tangible measure of risk for local communities. The population-scaled perspective is particularly useful for understanding the relative impact of crime in a town of 18,529 residents, where even small fluctuations in crime numbers can feel significant. While the overall rate remains above the UK average, the month-on-month decrease suggests potential effectiveness in policing or seasonal factors reducing crime during November’s transition from autumn to winter.