Yapton Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For an area of 6,931 residents, 60 crimes reported in December 2025 equate to 8.7 crimes per 1,000 people—a rate 24.3% higher than the UK average of 7.0 per 1,000. This built-up area within Arun’s rural landscape sees a distinct crime profile shaped by seasonal factors and local demographics. Violence and sexual offences (21 cases) and anti-social behaviour (15 cases) dominated the monthly tally, accounting for 60% of all reported crimes. These figures align with the area’s mix of residential and commercial activity, though the elevated rate contrasts with nearby rural zones typically experiencing lower crime density. December’s peak shopping season, combined with extended dark evenings and holiday-related absences, likely contributed to the sharp rise in property-related crimes. The 3.0 per 1,000 rate for violence and sexual offences exceeds the UK average by 17%, a trend consistent with other small urban centres facing pressure from transient populations during festive periods. Anti-social behaviour, at 2.2 per 1,000, remains 137% above the UK average, reflecting persistent challenges in managing public space in a compact built-up area. The seasonal context—Christmas shopping, party season, and empty homes during holidays—adds complexity to crime patterns, though direct causation remains speculative without further data.

December 2025 saw dramatic shifts in crime trends for Yapton. Criminal damage and arson surged by 200% (from 2 to 6 cases), a spike likely linked to festive property neglect or targeted vandalism during the holiday season. Other theft also doubled, rising from 3 to 6 cases, suggesting increased opportunism in an area with limited surveillance during winter months. Conversely, public order offences fell by 50% (from 2 to 1), possibly due to reduced nightlife activity or heightened police presence during December. Drug-related crimes increased by 50%, a 48% jump above the UK average, hinting at seasonal shifts in illicit activity. These changes highlight a volatile mix of rising and falling crime categories, with property crimes now accounting for 39% of the total (19 cases) compared to 35% for violent crimes. Residents should note the 2.2 per 1,000 rate for anti-social behaviour, which remains 137% above the UK average—far exceeding even the most problematic urban areas. The stark contrast between rising property crimes and falling public order offences underscores the need for targeted interventions, though the exact drivers remain unclear without further investigation.

December’s crime rate of 8.7 per 1,000 in Yapton marks a 4.7% decline from the previous month’s 9.1 per 1,000, suggesting a slight but notable easing of pressure on local police resources. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 2 crimes per day in December, a figure that translates to one reported crime for every 116 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate—while higher than the UK average—places Yapton in the upper quartile of built-up areas within Arun. When scaled to the local population, the 60 total crimes represent a significant burden for a community of just over 6,900 people, with anti-social behaviour alone accounting for 25% of the total. The comparison to the UK average reveals deeper disparities: while Yapton’s overall rate is 24.3% above the national figure, specific categories like anti-social behaviour (137% above UK) and other theft (73% above) highlight structural issues that may not be fully addressed by general crime reduction strategies. These figures, when contextualised within Arun’s broader rural framework, suggest that Yapton’s built-up character—likely with higher concentrations of retail, public transport, and mixed-use housing—creates unique challenges distinct from surrounding areas. The 4.7% month-on-month decrease, while modest, could indicate the effectiveness of recent local initiatives or natural fluctuations in crime patterns during the winter months.