Horsham Crime Rate April 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Horsham's crime profile in April 2024 reveals a unique balance between property and violent crimes, with each category accounting for roughly 37% of total incidents. The overall crime rate of 4.7 per 1,000 residents is 39% below the UK average of 7.7, a gap that reflects the district's relatively low levels of criminal activity. Violence and sexual offences, the most frequently reported crime type (34.5% of all incidents), were 38% below the UK average, consistent with Horsham's character as a commuter town with a strong emphasis on community policing and local amenities. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, contributing 14.7% of reported crimes, a figure 43% below the UK average. This suggests that while the area faces challenges with disruptive behaviour, it is significantly less affected than the national average. Seasonal factors in April—such as Easter-related events and spring weather—likely influenced patterns, with increased outdoor activity potentially contributing to both property and violent crime rates. The absence of major spikes in theft from the person or vehicle crime, which were both below UK averages, indicates that Horsham's infrastructure and community initiatives may be effectively deterring certain types of crime. However, the rise in burglary highlights a need for targeted interventions, particularly as the Easter period may have introduced vulnerabilities in home security.

April 2024 saw a 43.5% increase in burglary, with incidents rising from 23 to 33. This sharp rise may reflect seasonal factors, such as increased outdoor activity during Easter or targeted home security lapses. Conversely, vehicle crime dropped by 41.3%, from 46 to 27, potentially linked to reduced traffic during the Easter break or improved parking security measures. The balance between property and violent crimes was strikingly even, with 262 property crimes and 246 violent crimes reported. This near-parity is unusual, as property crimes typically dominate in areas with lower overall crime rates. Violence and sexual offences in Horsham were 38% below the UK average, a gap that may be influenced by the district's character as a relatively safe, mixed-use area with strong community engagement.

Horsham's crime rate in April 2024 remained stable at 4.7 per 1,000 residents, matching the same figure as March 2024. This consistency suggests no significant upward or downward trend over the past month. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 24 reported crimes, a figure that contextualises the volume of incidents in a single day. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 213 residents, a monthly aggregate that underscores the relatively low frequency of crime in this district. With a population of 151,521, this translates to a population-scaled perspective where most residents are unlikely to encounter crime directly. The stability in the overall rate contrasts with the variations observed in specific crime categories, such as the sharp rise in burglary and the decline in vehicle crime, which highlight the dynamic nature of local crime patterns.