Henfield Crime Rate March 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In Henfield, March 2025 saw a crime rate of 4.7 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 39.7% below the UK average of 7.8 per 1,000. This relatively low rate reflects a community where most residents are unlikely to encounter crime in their daily lives. The top crime categories were violence and sexual offences (13 incidents, 46.4% of total), followed by criminal damage and arson (4 incidents, 14.3%) and anti-social behaviour (4 incidents, 14.3%). These figures align with Henfield's character as a built-up area within Horsham, where community cohesion and lower population density may contribute to the area's safety. However, the seasonal context of March—transitioning to spring with longer evenings—could influence patterns, particularly in violent and anti-social crimes. While the area's overall safety is evident, the rise in violent offences compared to February may be linked to increased social activity as the weather improves. The UK comparison underscores Henfield's position as a safer-than-average locale, though specific categories like bicycle theft (233% above UK average) highlight areas needing attention. This balance of low overall crime and isolated spikes illustrates the nuanced nature of local crime patterns.

March 2025 saw a 300% surge in anti-social behaviour, jumping from one incident to four. This spike, coupled with an 116.7% rise in violence and sexual offences, points to a notable shift in local dynamics. The area's violent crime rate—13 incidents—was 2.2 per 1,000, significantly below the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000. However, bicycle theft surged 100% to one incident, a rate 233% above the UK average. This anomaly may reflect increased cycling during the spring transition or changes in local infrastructure. The breakdown also reveals that criminal damage and arson (0.7 per 1,000) exceeded the UK average by 23%, a figure that, while small, warrants attention. These shifts highlight a mixed picture: while Henfield remains safer than the UK average, specific categories show troubling trends that may require closer monitoring.

Henfield's crime rate in March 2025 rose 47.6% compared to February's 3.2 per 1,000, marking the first increase in the area's monthly rate since last autumn. This shift translates to one reported crime for every 214 residents over the course of the month—a figure that, while low, suggests a subtle uptick in local activity. On a daily basis, the area saw roughly one crime per day, a rate that remains comfortably below the UK average. The population context reveals a stark contrast: with 5,985 residents, Henfield's low crime numbers reflect a community where most individuals are unlikely to encounter crime in their daily lives. This statistic aligns with the area's character as a built-up district within Horsham, where residential density and community cohesion may temper criminal activity. However, the rise in violent offences and anti-social behaviour suggests that seasonal factors—such as the transition to spring and extended evening hours—could be influencing local patterns.