Rural Arun Crime Rate July 2024 | Monthly Statistics

The crime profile in Rural Arun during July 2024 reveals a distinct balance between property and violent crime, shaped by the area's seasonal rhythms and built-up character. With a total crime rate of 6.1 per 1,000 residents—27.4% below the UK average of 8.4—the area demonstrates a safer-than-average environment. Violence and sexual offences (17 cases, 24.6% of total crimes) remain the most prevalent category. compared to June, possibly reflecting reduced foot traffic during summer holidays. This is contrasted by a significant rise in other theft (14 cases, 20.3% of total) and criminal damage and arson (14 cases, 20.3% of total), both of which exceed UK averages by 103% and 90% respectively. These figures may be linked to increased outdoor activity during peak summer, where unsecured property or neglected infrastructure could contribute to such incidents. Anti-social behaviour (11 cases, 15.9% of total) remained lower than the UK average, consistent with the area's smaller, more tightly-knit community structure. The seasonal context of July—peak tourism, festivals, and school holidays—likely influences these patterns, with transient populations complicating local crime dynamics. However, the absence of significant spikes in vehicle crime or burglary (both below UK averages) suggests that the built-up nature of the area, with its limited retail or industrial presence, may mitigate certain risks. This mix of crime types illustrates an area where community cohesion and seasonal fluctuations play a more pronounced role than in larger urban centres.

July 2024 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with burglary and public order offences doubling compared to June, while other crime halved. Burglary increased by 100% (1 to 2 cases), possibly linked to temporary absences during summer holidays or increased unsecured properties during festivals. Public order offences also doubled (2 to 4 cases), which could reflect higher volumes of transient visitors or intensified social interactions during events. Conversely, violence and sexual offences decreased by 22.7% (22 to 17 cases), due to reduced presence of certain demographics during the school holidays. Other theft (14 cases) and criminal damage and arson (14 cases) remain significantly above UK averages by 103% and 90% respectively, highlighting vulnerabilities in property security or infrastructure maintenance. Meanwhile, vehicle crime fell by 16.7% (6 to 5 cases), a trend consistent with lower vehicle presence in the area during summer. These changes underscore a combination of seasonal activity and local crime dynamics, with transient populations and community events acting as both risk factors and mitigators. Residents might find the 100% increase in possession of weapons (0 to 1 case) particularly concerning, though the small number means it remains an outlier in the data.

The crime rate in Rural Arun rose by 7.8% from 5.7 per 1,000 in June to 6.1 per 1,000 in July, reflecting a modest upward trend. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 2 crimes per day in July, a figure that translates to one reported crime for every 164 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate, while low compared to national averages, highlights the relative safety of the area despite the above-average rates in specific categories. The population context further underscores the scale: with 11,324 residents, even a small increase in crime can feel amplified in a built-up rural setting. While the overall rate remains well below the UK average, the disparity between local and national trends in categories like other theft and criminal damage suggests localized factors at play. For instance, the 103% increase in other theft compared to the UK average may indicate unique vulnerabilities in property management or community policing strategies. Conversely, the 47% lower rate of violence and sexual offences compared to the UK average aligns with the area's smaller population and potentially lower levels of social tension. These comparisons offer a nuanced view of how Rural Arun's crime profile diverges from national trends, shaped by its specific demographic and geographic characteristics.