Broadbridge Heath Crime Rate August 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Broadbridge Heath’s August 2024 crime rate of 2.3 per 1,000 residents—72% below the UK average of 8.2—reflects the area’s consistently low levels of criminal activity. Violence and sexual offences accounted for the largest share of crimes (29.4%), followed by anti-social behaviour (17.7%) and burglary (17.7%). This pattern aligns with the area’s character as a small built-up district within Horsham, where the limited density of public spaces and residential areas may contribute to lower crime rates. The UK average for violence and sexual offences is 2.7 per 1,000, meaning Broadbridge Heath’s rate is 74% below the national benchmark. However, burglary in the area is 25% above the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000, a discrepancy that may be influenced by seasonal factors. August, as a peak holiday month, often sees increased tourism and temporary property vacancies, which could heighten burglary risks. The area’s low crime rate may also be partly attributable to its compact size and community-focused policing, which likely facilitates quicker response times and stronger resident engagement. Despite these factors, the rise in theft from the person—now 0.3 per 1,000 residents compared to the UK average of 0.2—suggests a need for targeted measures to address this growing concern. The overall crime profile illustrates a balance between the area’s inherent safety and the challenges posed by seasonal fluctuations in human activity.

August 2024 marked a 100% increase in theft from the person, with two incidents reported compared to none in July. This sharp rise may be tied to August’s peak holiday activity, which brings more visitors and potentially more opportunities for opportunistic crimes. Meanwhile, other theft decreased by 50%, and vehicle crime dropped by 33.3%, suggesting that targeted interventions or seasonal factors may have reduced these categories. Violent crimes also fell by 28.6%, from seven to five, a decline that contrasts with the UK average for violence and sexual offences, which stood at 2.7 per 1,000 residents. Broadbridge Heath’s burglary rate of 0.4 per 1,000 residents was 25% above the UK average of 0.3, indicating a localised risk that may be influenced by the area’s seasonal patterns, such as increased property vacancies during the summer. For residents, the most immediate concern appears to be the doubling of theft from the person, which could prompt increased vigilance in public areas during the tourist season.

August 2024 saw a 45.1% decrease in Broadbridge Heath’s crime rate compared to July, falling from 4.2 to 2.3 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with the area’s historically low crime profile, which has consistently remained well below national averages. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately one crime per day in August, a figure that reflects the small population and limited public spaces typical of a built-up area within a larger town. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 439 residents—a ratio that underscores the relative safety of Broadbridge Heath compared to more densely populated regions. This monthly exposure rate is particularly striking when contrasted with the UK average, where residents face significantly higher frequencies of crime. The population-scaled perspective also highlights the effectiveness of local policing strategies, which may be bolstered by the area’s compact size and community-focused initiatives. While August’s crime rate remains low, the seasonal context—peak holiday activity—suggests that the local environment’s characteristics, such as seasonal tourism patterns, may play a role in shaping crime trends.