Horsham Crime Rate September 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 151,521, Horsham recorded 622 crimes in September 2024, translating to a crime rate of 4.1 per 1,000 residents. This figure is 46.8% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000, reflecting a consistently safer environment compared to national trends. The most common crime types were violence and sexual offences (187 incidents, 30.1% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (85 cases, 13.7%) and shoplifting (76 incidents, 12.2%). These patterns align with Horsham’s character as a mixed urban and suburban area, where retail hubs and community spaces may contribute to anti-social behaviour and shoplifting. Seasonal factors in September—such as the start of the academic year and shorter evenings—may influence crime dynamics, with increased foot traffic in public areas elevating violence and disorder. However, the overall low crime rate suggests effective local policing and community engagement, though further analysis is needed to confirm direct links between specific initiatives and outcomes. The data also highlights a notable gap between Horsham’s property crime rates and UK averages, with shoplifting and vehicle crime both significantly below national figures, reflecting lower retail density or stronger community monitoring.

September 2024 saw sharp fluctuations in specific crime categories, with robbery increasing by 600% (from 1 to 7 cases) and drug-related offences rising by 114.3% (7 to 15 cases). These spikes, though small in absolute terms, may signal emerging trends linked to the start of university term or seasonal shifts in social activity. Conversely, theft from the person fell by 66.7% (from 6 to 2 cases), possibly due to reduced pedestrian traffic as evenings grew darker earlier. Vehicle crime also dropped by 58.9% (56 to 23 cases), a decline that could be attributed to fewer summer-related incidents or improved vehicle security measures. Violence and sexual offences remained significantly below the UK average (54% lower), with 1.2 per 1,000 residents compared to the national rate of 2.6 per 1,000. This disparity may reflect Horsham’s lower population density and stronger community policing efforts. Anti-social behaviour decreased by 37.5% (136 to 85 cases), linked to local initiatives targeting public spaces or the timing of school holidays. Residents may find the 4.1 per 1,000 crime rate, paired with these fluctuations, useful for understanding local safety priorities.

Horsham’s September 2024 crime rate of 4.1 per 1,000 residents marked a 13.5% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 4.8 per 1,000, indicating a downward trend. On a daily basis, 21 crimes were reported in September, a figure that, while low, highlights the frequency of incidents in a relatively small geographic area. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 244 residents—a monthly exposure rate that is lower than the UK average when scaled to Horsham’s population. This statistic places Horsham’s safety profile in stark contrast to national trends, where the average resident faces a crime risk approximately double that of Horsham’s. The population context further underscores the significance of these figures: with 151,521 residents, the total of 622 crimes represents a rate that is both manageable and indicative of effective local crime prevention strategies. However, the absolute numbers—such as 187 violence and sexual offences—remind residents that no area is entirely free of crime, and vigilance remains essential. These comparisons provide a clear benchmark for understanding Horsham’s relative safety and the impact of community-focused policing.