Rustington Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

November 2024 marked a 25.4% increase in Rustington's crime rate, rising to 4.1 per 1,000 residents from 3.3 in the previous month. Despite this upward trend, the area remains 46.1% below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000, highlighting a consistently lower crime profile than the national benchmark. The most prevalent crime types were violence and sexual offences (32.2% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (17.1%) and vehicle crime (10.5%). These figures align with patterns seen in suburban or semi-rural built-up areas, where community policing and lower population density may contribute to reduced crime rates. Seasonal factors in November—such as the darkening evenings, the timing of Bonfire Night, and the early onset of Black Friday shopping—could have influenced crime dynamics, particularly in retail areas or public spaces. Violence and sexual offences, though significant, remain lower than the UK average, a trend consistent with Rustington's character as a relatively quiet, community-focused area. Anti-social behaviour, which often includes disturbances in public spaces, also saw a marked decrease from the UK average, reflecting effective local interventions or a lower incidence of such incidents. Vehicle crime, while present, remained below the national rate, due to the area's limited industrial activity or fewer high-traffic zones. These patterns suggest that Rustington's crime profile is shaped by its geographical and social context, with seasonal events playing a role in both increasing and decreasing specific types of crime.

The most dramatic shift in November 2024 was the 400% increase in 'Other crime,' rising from one to five incidents. This category, which includes non-specific or less categorised offences, saw a sharp spike. Concurrently, bicycle theft and possession of weapons both doubled, with one incident each in November, marking a 100% increase from zero in the previous month. These spikes may be linked to seasonal factors such as the timing of Bonfire Night, which could have drawn attention to certain areas or activities. In contrast, drug-related offences fell by 50%, from four to two, reflecting changes in local enforcement or seasonal activity patterns. Violent crime, however, remained a significant concern, accounting for 32.2% of all incidents and sitting 50% below the UK average for violence and sexual offences. This suggests that while Rustington faces challenges in certain areas, it maintains a lower rate of violent crime compared to the national average.

Rustington's crime rate in November 2024 rose by 25.4% compared to the previous month, moving from 3.3 to 4.1 per 1,000 residents. This increase, while notable, still leaves the area 46.1% below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. Locally, this translates to roughly five crimes reported each day, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents within the community. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 244 residents, a monthly aggregate that provides a measure of the population's exposure to crime. This ratio, though low, reflects the area's broader safety profile relative to the UK. The rise in November may be influenced by seasonal factors, such as the transition into darker evenings and the timing of events like Bonfire Night, which could impact public activity patterns and crime visibility. While the increase is significant, the overall rate remains well below national benchmarks, suggesting that local initiatives or environmental factors may be contributing to sustained lower crime levels.