Henfield Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In November 2024, Henfield's crime rate of 3.0 per 1,000 residents placed it 60.5% below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000, illustrating a marked divergence from national trends. The crime profile was dominated by violent offences, which accounted for 50.0% of total crimes, compared to property crimes at 33.3%. This imbalance—violent crimes outnumbering property crimes for the first time in recent months—raises questions about local dynamics. The seasonal context of November, with its dark evenings and Bonfire Night celebrations, may have contributed to the 9 violent crimes recorded, including 9 cases of violence and sexual offences. These figures contrast sharply with the UK average for this category, which sits at 2.6 per 1,000, indicating that Henfield's community may benefit from factors such as strong local policing, lower population density, or a higher proportion of elderly residents who are less likely to be victims of violent crime. Meanwhile, property crimes, though lower in absolute numbers, showed a different pattern: criminal damage and arson rose sharply, linked to seasonal festivities, while vehicle crime and 'other crime' cases emerged as new concerns. The area's overall safety, reflected in its significantly lower crime rates compared to the UK, suggests a combination of geographic characteristics—such as its status as a built-up area within Horsham's commuter belt—and effective local crime prevention strategies. However, the increase in criminal damage and arson cases highlights the need for targeted interventions during peak seasonal periods.

November 2024 saw a 100% increase in criminal damage and arson cases, rising from 2 to 4 incidents—a shift that may reflect heightened seasonal activities around Bonfire Night. Vehicle crime also doubled from 0 to 1, while 'other crime' cases increased from 0 to 1, indicating emerging patterns that require closer monitoring. Conversely, other theft cases fell by 66.7%, from 3 to 1, potentially linked to reduced retail activity during the month. The balance between property and violent crime shifted significantly, with violent crimes (9 cases) outpacing property crimes (6 cases), a reversal from earlier months. Henfield's violent crime rate of 1.5 per 1,000 residents is 42% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000, a stark contrast to the 23% above UK average for criminal damage and arson. This divergence highlights the area's unique crime profile, where community-focused policing and lower population density may contribute to its lower violent crime rates compared to national trends.

Henfield's November 2024 crime rate of 3.0 per 1,000 residents marks a 28.0% decrease from the previous month's 4.2 per 1,000, reflecting a sustained period of lower criminal activity. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately one crime per day over the 30-day period, a figure that aligns with the area's historically low crime profile. When scaled to the local population, this equates to one reported crime for every 333 residents over the course of the month—a ratio that underscores the relative safety of the built-up area within Horsham. This monthly exposure rate is significantly lower than the UK average, which typically sees higher frequencies in comparable regions. The decline from October to November may be influenced by seasonal factors such as reduced foot traffic during darker evenings, though the absence of major holidays in November contrasts with the usual spikes seen around Christmas or New Year. The population context further highlights that Henfield's small size and likely lower population density contribute to its lower crime rates compared to larger urban centres.