Broadbridge Heath Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Property crimes dominate the crime profile in Broadbridge Heath for June 2024, accounting for 67.6% of all reported incidents, with 23 cases recorded. This category, which includes other theft and criminal damage, drives the area’s overall crime rate of 4.6 per 1,000 residents—43.9% below the UK average. The dominance of property crimes may be linked to the area’s character as a built-up district within Horsham, where a mix of residential and commercial spaces creates opportunities for theft and vandalism. Other theft, the most frequent category, was 107% above the UK average, though its share of total crimes fell slightly from 32.4% in May to 26.5%. Seasonal factors likely play a role, as June marks the start of summer, when increased foot traffic in local shops and public areas may heighten opportunities for theft. Conversely, violent crime—accounting for 11.8% of incidents—fell sharply, with a 63.6% month-on-month decline, placing the area’s rate 82% below the UK average. This could be attributed to the area’s relatively low population density and strong community engagement, which may deter aggressive crimes. Anti-social behaviour, though a smaller portion of total crimes, saw a 300% increase, reflecting the dynamics of summer evenings and increased social interactions in public spaces. The interplay between these trends illustrates a complex picture, where the area’s built environment and seasonal rhythms shape crime patterns, but the overall rate remains significantly lower than national benchmarks.

June 2024 brought stark contrasts in crime trends, with anti-social behaviour surging by 300%—jumping from one incident to four—while violent crime plummeted by 63.6%. This decline in violent offences, which dropped from 11 to 4, is particularly noteworthy, as it places the area’s rate 82% below the UK average for this category. Other theft, the most common crime type, fell by 18.2%, though it remains 107% above the UK average, highlighting a persistent local challenge. The sharp rise in anti-social behaviour may reflect seasonal factors, such as increased social activity during summer evenings, though no definitive causal link can be established. Meanwhile, shoplifting and public order offences both fell below UK averages, suggesting that the area’s community-focused policing and local initiatives may be yielding results. For residents, the 100% increase in theft from the person—from zero to one incident—underscores the importance of personal vigilance in public spaces.

June 2024 saw a 19.0% decrease in the crime rate compared to May, dropping from 5.6 to 4.6 per 1,000 residents. This decline positions Broadbridge Heath as one of the safer built-up areas in the UK, with a crime rate 43.9% below the national average. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly one crime per day over the 30-day period, a figure that reflects the relatively low level of criminal activity in this community. When considering the population context, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for every 220 residents—a rate that underscores the area’s consistent safety record. This statistic is particularly meaningful for residents, as it provides a clear benchmark for understanding the likelihood of encountering crime in their daily lives. The drop in overall crime aligns with broader seasonal trends, where increased daylight hours and summer tourism may contribute to heightened community vigilance and reduced opportunities for certain types of crime, such as vehicle theft or burglary.