Broadbridge Heath Crime Rate July 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Broadbridge Heath’s crime profile in July 2023 reveals a striking contrast between violent and property crimes, with the former dominating the monthly tally. At 4.3 crimes per 1,000 residents, the area’s overall crime rate remains 48.2% below the UK average of 8.3, a consistent trend that underscores its relative safety. The breakdown shows that violence and sexual offences accounted for 37.5% of all crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (21.9%) and other theft (9.4%). This distribution reflects a pattern where personal crimes, rather than property-related offences, are more prevalent. July’s seasonal context—characterised by festivals, extended daylight, and a surge in tourism—likely contributes to this imbalance. The high number of violent crimes may be linked to increased social interactions in public spaces during the summer months. Anti-social behaviour, which rose sharply in July, may also be influenced by the influx of visitors and the associated pressures on local infrastructure. In contrast, property crimes remained relatively low, with vehicle crime and shoplifting both significantly below UK averages. This suggests that local factors, such as community cohesion or effective policing, may be mitigating risks to property. The overall picture indicates that while violent crime remains a concern, the area’s crime profile is markedly different from the national average, with a focus on personal safety rather than economic or property-related offences.

July 2023 saw a marked increase in anti-social behaviour, rising from three to seven incidents—a 133.3% surge. This spike, coupled with a 100% increase in possession of weapons and theft from the person, suggests a shift in criminal activity patterns. Violent crimes (12) now outpace property crimes (9), a reversal from earlier months. This imbalance may be linked to seasonal factors, such as the summer festival season and extended daylight hours, which can alter social dynamics in public spaces. Violent crimes in Broadbridge Heath remain 42% below the UK average for this category, highlighting the area’s continued safety relative to national trends. Meanwhile, other theft dropped by 40%, possibly due to targeted police initiatives or seasonal changes in retail activity. For residents, the 133.3% rise in anti-social behaviour is a clear signal to remain vigilant in public areas during peak summer events.

In July 2023, Broadbridge Heath recorded a crime rate of 4.3 per 1,000 residents, a 6.7% increase from the previous month’s rate of 4.0. This rise, though modest, reflects a shift in patterns that may be influenced by seasonal dynamics. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one reported crime per day during the month, a figure that aligns with the area’s low overall crime profile. When scaled to the local population of 7,463, this translates to one reported crime for every 233 residents over the course of July. This monthly exposure metric provides a tangible sense of risk for residents, though it remains significantly lower than the UK average. The population context further underscores that Broadbridge Heath’s crime profile is distinct from larger urban centres, where higher population density and greater social complexity often correlate with elevated crime rates. The relatively low numbers suggest that community factors, such as strong local policing or resident engagement, may play a role in maintaining this lower baseline.