Horsham Crime Rate April 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Horsham's crime profile in April 2023 reveals a marked contrast between property and violent crime, with the latter accounting for 36.5% of all reported incidents. This balance, though skewed slightly towards violent crime, remains significantly below the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000 residents. The area’s overall crime rate of 3.7 per 1,000 residents is 50.7% lower than the national average, a figure that underscores the effectiveness of local policing strategies or the influence of demographic factors such as a relatively affluent population or strong community engagement. Violence and sexual offences dominate the crime breakdown, contributing 207 incidents, while property crimes totalled 221. This proximity in numbers suggests a combination of public safety initiatives and the social fabric of Horsham, a town historically known for its market traditions and rural character. Seasonal context may also play a role, as April’s Easter period and spring weather typically correlate with increased outdoor activity, potentially influencing both property and violent crime rates. However, the relatively low levels of shoplifting (11.5% of total crimes) and anti-social behaviour (11.1%) compared to UK averages suggest that local efforts to manage retail environments and public spaces may be effective. The data also highlights a consistent pattern in Horsham’s crime profile, with violent offences remaining a priority for local authorities despite the overall low rate.

April 2023 saw notable shifts in crime trends, with theft from the person surging by 200% (from 2 to 6 incidents), a stark anomaly in an otherwise stable month. This increase, though small in absolute terms, raises questions about the factors driving such a sharp rise, potentially linked to Easter-related activity or transient populations in the area. Conversely, vehicle crime dropped by 53.6% (from 56 to 26), a decline that may reflect seasonal changes in parking patterns or the impact of local initiatives targeting car-related offences. The balance between property and violent crime also shifted slightly, with violent offences (207) narrowly outpacing property crimes (221), though both categories remain well below UK averages. For instance, violence and sexual offences in Horsham are 46% lower than the national rate of 2.6 per 1,000, a disparity that could indicate a combination of effective policing and the town’s socioeconomic characteristics. Anti-social behaviour is 66% below the UK average, a figure that may be attributed to Horsham’s relatively low population density or strong community cohesion. These findings illustrate the nuanced nature of crime patterns, where local context—such as the presence of historic town centres or limited nightlife—can significantly influence the types and rates of offences recorded.

Horsham’s crime rate in April 2023 (3.7 per 1,000 residents) reflects a 3.4% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 3.9, indicating a consistent trend of declining crime over recent months. On a daily basis, the area experienced an average of 19 crimes per day in April, a figure that, while low, highlights the importance of maintaining vigilance in community policing. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 267 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is lower than the UK average. This statistic, when scaled to Horsham’s population of 151,521, suggests that the likelihood of any individual resident being directly affected by crime is minimal. The population-scaled perspective also reveals that Horsham’s crime profile is shaped by its unique characteristics—such as its mix of rural and urban areas—which may contribute to lower rates of certain offences, like vehicle crime or theft from the person. While the town’s overall safety remains a strength, the slight increase in theft from the person and the sharp drop in vehicle crime demonstrate the need for targeted interventions that address specific vulnerabilities without compromising broader public safety measures.