Horsham Crime Rate August 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Horsham’s crime rate in August 2024 stood at 4.8 per 1,000 residents, placing it 41.5% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. This figure reflects a consistently lower risk environment for local residents compared to the national profile. The most common crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 31.4% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (18.9%) and criminal damage and arson (9.4%). These patterns align with Horsham’s character as a mixed urban-rural district, where public spaces and community interactions may contribute to higher rates of violent and anti-social incidents. Seasonal factors also appear to influence crime trends, as August—a peak holiday month—coincides with increased burglary risks due to empty homes and tourist activity. However, property crime rates remain well below UK averages, with shoplifting and vehicle crime both showing significant gaps. The town’s lower overall crime rate may be partly attributable to its relatively stable population, strong local policing presence, and the absence of major industrial or nightlife hubs that typically drive higher crime rates in other areas. While violence remains a notable concern, the broader picture suggests that Horsham’s residents experience a crime environment that is safer than the national average, though targeted interventions may still be needed for specific offence categories.

August 2024 saw a 100% increase in robbery cases, rising from 0 to 1 incident. This spike, though small in absolute terms, may reflect heightened vulnerability during the summer holiday period when homes are unoccupied. Concurrently, possession of weapons rose by 83.3%, from 6 to 11 cases, suggesting a shift in criminal activity patterns. Meanwhile, drug-related offences fell sharply by 61.1%, from 18 to 7, potentially linked to reduced nightlife activity or targeted enforcement. Public order offences also decreased by 40%, from 90 to 54, which may indicate successful community engagement efforts. Shoplifting and vehicle crime both remained below UK averages by 44% and 11% respectively, consistent with Horsham’s generally lower crime profile compared to other areas. These fluctuations underscore the importance of monitoring specific crime types for targeted interventions.

In August 2024, Horsham’s crime rate dropped to 4.8 per 1,000 residents, a 7.0% decrease from the previous month’s 5.1 per 1,000. This reduction aligns with a broader trend observed in the area’s monthly crime statistics, where seasonal patterns and local activity levels appear to influence reporting rates. On a daily basis, 23 crimes were recorded in August, translating to roughly one crime for every 210 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure figure provides context for residents, illustrating that while crime is present, the frequency remains relatively low compared to national averages. The population-scaled perspective further emphasizes that Horsham’s residents face a crime risk significantly lower than the UK average, with 41.5% fewer crimes per 1,000 people. These figures suggest that local factors—such as community policing efforts or seasonal changes in population density—may contribute to the observed stability in crime rates.