Crawley Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Crawley's crime rate in January 2026 stood at 10.2 per 1,000 residents, placing it 50% above the UK average of 6.8 per 1,000. This figure underscores the area's ongoing challenges with criminal activity, though seasonal factors may have influenced some trends. Violence and sexual offences (32.5% of total crimes) remained the most prevalent category, followed by shoplifting (14.7%) and anti-social behaviour (11.1%). These patterns align with Crawley's character as a mixed urban-suburban area with significant retail and commercial presence, which likely contributes to shoplifting rates being 163% above the UK average. The post-holiday period in January typically sees reduced retail footfall, yet violence rates still remain 32% above the national average, suggesting persistent issues in public spaces or community tensions. Anti-social behaviour, while down from previous months, continues to outpace UK levels by 18%, pointing to local dynamics such as youth activity or social fragmentation. The seasonal context of shorter days and colder weather may have dampened outdoor crimes, but the high rates of violence and property offences indicate systemic challenges. Crawley's position as a commuter hub with a diverse population likely shapes these patterns, though targeted interventions may be needed to address the disparity between local and national crime trends.

January 2026 saw a 100% increase in robbery cases, rising from 10 to 20 incidents. This sharp rise may be linked to post-holiday economic pressures or targeted activity in high-traffic areas. Bicycle theft also climbed by 50%, from 6 to 9, potentially reflecting seasonal trends as winter cycling activity wanes. Conversely, anti-social behaviour decreased by 19.1%, from 173 to 140, due to shorter daylight hours reducing public gatherings. The rate of shoplifting (1.5 per 1,000) remains 163% above the UK average (0.6 per 1,000), highlighting Crawley's retail environment as a persistent hotspot. Meanwhile, vehicle crime (0.3 per 1,000) is 19% below the UK average (0.4 per 1,000), suggesting effective local measures in this area. For residents, the 100% increase in robbery is a critical data point, warranting attention to personal safety in public spaces.

Crawley's crime rate in January 2026 remained stable at 10.2 per 1,000 residents, a 1.5% increase from the previous month's 10.0 per 1,000. This consistency suggests no major shifts in overall criminal activity, though the rate remains 50% above the UK average. Daily crime figures show an average of 41 crimes per day, reflecting the area's persistent challenges compared to national trends. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 98 residents, highlighting the frequency of incidents in a population of 124,008. This monthly exposure rate underscores the need for ongoing community engagement and policing strategies. While the rate is stable, the UK average for vehicle crime (0.4 per 1,000) shows Crawley's rate (0.3 per 1,000) is 19% below, indicating a relative strength in this category. This contrast with other crime types—such as shoplifting (163% above UK average)—reveals a complex local profile shaped by factors like retail density and urban demographics.