Horsham Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Horsham’s crime rate in June 2025 stood at 5.1 per 1,000 residents, placing it 37% below the UK average of 8.1. This marked improvement underscores a sustained trend of lower-than-national crime levels, reflecting the area’s unique characteristics. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 35.2% of all reported incidents. This category, however, remains significantly below the UK average, with a rate of 1.8 per 1,000 compared to the national 2.9. The dominance of violent crime is consistent with Horsham’s role as a commuter hub and small urban centre, where social interactions in public spaces may contribute to such incidents. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, at 14.2% of all crimes, a figure 51% below the UK average. This disparity could be attributed to Horsham’s relatively low population density and community-focused policing efforts, which may reduce the prevalence of disruptive activities. Seasonal factors also played a role: as June marks the start of the summer season, increased outdoor activity and tourism may have influenced crime patterns. The absence of major spikes in property crimes, particularly vehicle crime (46% below the UK average), suggests that Horsham’s infrastructure and local initiatives—such as secure parking zones—may be effective in deterring such offences. These findings illustrate a safer-than-average area, though vigilance around rising shoplifting rates and the need for continued community engagement remain critical.

June 2025 saw a 50% reduction in theft from the person, with reported cases dropping from six to three. This decrease may reflect heightened public awareness or seasonal factors, such as increased foot traffic in retail areas during summer. Conversely, shoplifting rose by 6.1%, climbing from 114 to 121 incidents. This increase aligns with the start of the tourist season, as higher visitor numbers in Horsham’s town centre could drive retail crime. Other crime also rose sharply by 61.5%, from 13 to 21 cases, a trend that may be linked to changes in reporting practices or specific local events. Violence and sexual offences remained significantly below the UK average, at 1.8 per 1,000, a 37% deficit. This contrast with the UK average highlights Horsham’s distinct crime profile, influenced by its lower population density and community-focused policing strategies.

Horsham’s crime rate in June 2025 fell to 5.1 per 1,000 residents, a 7.7% decrease from the previous month’s 5.5 per 1,000. This decline aligns with a broader trend of reduced property crimes, which dropped by 46% compared to the UK average for vehicle crime. On a daily basis, 26 crimes were reported in June, a figure that, while consistent with local patterns, remains lower than the UK average. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 197 residents, a statistic that contextualises the monthly exposure for Horsham’s population of 151,521. This rate suggests a relatively low frequency of crime compared to the UK average, though variations in local demographics and geography—such as Horsham’s mix of urban and rural areas—likely contribute to this disparity. The drop in drug-related crimes by 36.4% and the 50% reduction in bicycle theft may reflect seasonal shifts, with fewer outdoor activities during June’s milder weather.