Billingshurst Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominate Billingshurst's crime profile in November 2025, accounting for 35.1% of all reported crimes. With a total crime rate of 3.3 per 1,000 residents, the area remains 54.8% below the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000. This marked contrast with national trends suggests a unique local dynamic, potentially influenced by the area's character as a built-up village within Horsham. While violent crime remains the largest category, anti-social behaviour and criminal damage also feature prominently, together comprising 32.7% of total incidents. The seasonal context of November—marked by shorter evenings, Bonfire Night celebrations, and Black Friday shopping—may partly explain patterns in violent and public order offences. Despite these factors, the area's overall safety remains evident when compared to UK averages, with violent crime rates 53% below the national figure. The low levels of vehicle crime and burglary, both 50-67% below UK averages, further highlight the area's distinct profile. This combination of relatively low property crime and higher rates of interpersonal offences suggests a community where social interactions and local events play a significant role in shaping crime patterns.

November 2025 saw a 40.9% decrease in violence and sexual offences compared to October, with incidents falling from 22 to 13. This decline aligns with the month's shorter evenings and reduced opportunities for late-night incidents. Conversely, other crime increased by 200% (1 to 3) and vehicle crime doubled (1 to 2), reflecting potential shifts in criminal activity during the month. Anti-social behaviour remained 34% below the UK average at 0.7 per 1,000, despite a 25% monthly decrease from 4 to 3 incidents. The category of 'other crime'—which includes unclassified incidents—surged to 87% above the UK average, though its small absolute count (3 incidents) suggests limited impact on overall safety. The sharp rise in possession of weapons (100% increase) highlights an emerging concern, with this category 43% above the UK average. These fluctuations demonstrate the dynamic nature of local crime patterns, with seasonal events and changing opportunities influencing specific categories. Residents may find the 100% increase in vehicle crime particularly noteworthy, as it suggests a potential need for heightened awareness during November's peak shopping period.

Billingshurst's November 2025 crime rate of 3.3 per 1,000 represents a 30.3% decline from the previous month's rate of 4.8 per 1,000, demonstrating a clear downward trend. On a daily basis, the area recorded an average of 1 crime per day over the month, translating to a monthly exposure where one resident in every 301 experienced a reported crime. This figure provides context for local residents, showing that the likelihood of encountering crime remains relatively low compared to the UK average. The population-scaled perspective reinforces this safety profile: with 11,140 residents, the 37 total crimes reported equate to an incidence rate that is 54.8% below the national figure. This comparative advantage is particularly pronounced in violent crime, where the rate of 1.2 per 1,000 is 53% below the UK average. The area's performance in property crime categories—such as vehicle crime (50% below UK average) and burglary (67% below)—further underscores its distinct safety profile. These figures suggest that Billingshurst's built-up character within Horsham may contribute to its lower crime rates, with community cohesion and local policing likely playing a role in maintaining this trend. The month-on-month reductions, combined with the area's consistently low rates relative to national benchmarks, illustrate a community that remains safer than the average UK location.