Henfield Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Henfield's overall crime rate in June 2025 stood at 3.2 per 1,000 residents, placing it 60.5% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This stark contrast underscores the area's generally low crime profile, which aligns with its character as a built-up area within the rural Horsham district. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 42.1% of all reported incidents (8 cases), followed by shoplifting (26.3%, 5 cases) and public order offences (5.3%, 1 case). These patterns suggest a mix of local factors influencing crime dynamics, with violence possibly linked to seasonal social activity and shoplifting reflecting retail footfall in the area. June marks the start of summer, a period when tourism begins to rise in nearby coastal and rural regions, though Henfield itself is not a major tourist destination. The low crime rate may be partially explained by the area's relatively small population (5,985 residents) and its integration within a broader rural network that limits opportunities for large-scale criminal activity. Seasonal factors could also play a role, with longer daylight hours reducing opportunities for certain types of crime, though this remains a tentative observation requiring further contextual analysis. The overall picture illustrates a community with a strong focus on local policing and community engagement, which may contribute to maintaining low crime levels despite the challenges of managing limited resources in a sparsely populated region.

June 2025 saw notable shifts in Henfield's crime profile, with three specific categories showing marked changes. Public order offences increased by 100% (from 0 to 1 case), shoplifting surged by 100% (from 0 to 5 cases), and theft from the person also rose sharply by 100% (from 0 to 1 case). These increases, though small in absolute terms, suggest emerging trends that may warrant closer attention. Conversely, anti-social behaviour dropped by 66.7% (from 3 to 1 case), and other theft fell by 50% (from 2 to 1 case), indicating some success in addressing these issues. The violent crime rate in Henfield (1.3 per 1,000) is 55% below the UK average (2.9 per 1,000), a significant disparity that may reflect the area's lower population density and community-focused policing strategies. Shoplifting, however, exceeded the UK average by 27% (0.8 vs 0.6 per 1,000), a figure that could be linked to local retail patterns or the presence of transient populations during the early summer months. For residents, the sharp rise in shoplifting is a practical concern, as it may indicate a need for increased surveillance or community awareness in local stores. These findings highlight both the strengths and vulnerabilities of Henfield's crime management approach, with clear areas for targeted intervention.

Comparing June 2025 to the previous month, Henfield's crime rate rose by 5.3% from 3.0 to 3.2 per 1,000 residents, a modest increase that must be contextualised within the area's overall low crime profile. On a daily basis, this translates to roughly 1 crime per day across the 30-day period, a figure that remains exceptionally low compared to national benchmarks. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 315 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is significantly lower than the UK average (which would be much higher given the national rate of 8.1 per 1,000). This statistic provides a tangible sense of safety for local residents, as it means the likelihood of being directly affected by crime is minimal. The population-scaled perspective further reinforces this, with Henfield's 5,985 residents experiencing a total of 19 crimes—equivalent to just 0.32% of the population being involved in any reported incident. This low level of exposure is consistent with the area's rural character and the limitations of its built-up environment, which may reduce opportunities for certain types of crime. While the slight increase in the crime rate is notable, it does not appear to signal a systemic shift in local crime patterns, and the overall picture remains one of relative stability and safety compared to both historical trends and national averages.