Rustington Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Rustington’s crime profile in November 2023 reflects a continued trend of low overall crime rates, with the area’s crime rate of 2.9 per 1,000 residents placing it 61.3% below the UK average. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 39.8% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (16.7%) and other theft (8.3%). These figures align with the area’s character as a built-up district within Arun, where community-focused policing and lower population density may contribute to the relatively safe environment. Seasonal factors also appear to influence crime patterns, with November’s darker evenings and events like Bonfire Night potentially driving spikes in certain categories. For instance, the rise in anti-social behaviour could be linked to increased social gatherings in public spaces, while the sharp decline in criminal damage and arson may reflect reduced opportunities for vandalism during colder weather. Meanwhile, shoplifting saw a 60% increase from October, tied to Black Friday shopping activity. This mix of factors highlights the combination of local conditions and broader seasonal trends, though the overall picture remains one of stability and low crime.

The most striking month-on-month change in November 2023 was the doubling of robbery incidents, rising from zero to one case—a 100% increase. This surge, though small in absolute terms, underscores a potential shift in local dynamics, possibly linked to seasonal events like Bonfire Night or increased foot traffic during Black Friday shopping. Similarly, possession of weapons also rose by 100%, though no additional context is provided in the data. In contrast, criminal damage and arson fell by 60.9%, from 23 to 9 cases, suggesting a possible reduction in vandalism during the month. Violence and sexual offences remained the most common category (39.8% of total crimes), but at 1.2 per 1,000 residents, this rate was 54% below the UK average for the same category. For residents, the sharp rise in robbery may signal a need for heightened vigilance in high-traffic areas, particularly around retail hubs and public events.

Rustington's crime rate in November 2023 stood at 2.9 per 1,000 residents, a 24.0% decline from the previous month’s rate of 3.8 per 1,000. This reduction aligns with a broader trend observed in the area over recent months. On a daily basis, the town reported an average of four crimes per day, a figure that remains consistent with local patterns. Over the course of November, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 343 residents, underscoring the relatively low frequency of incidents in the built-up area. This monthly exposure rate, while modest, reflects the broader context of Rustington’s population of 37,057, where crime remains significantly below the UK average. The drop from October to November may partly reflect seasonal factors, such as shorter evenings and reduced outdoor activity during colder weather, though local events like Bonfire Night could have temporarily influenced crime dynamics.