Horsham Crime Rate June 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Horsham's crime rate in June 2023 stood at 7.0 crimes per 1,000 residents, marking a 17.6% decrease compared to the UK average of 8.5. This figure reflects a generally safer environment than the national average, though specific crime types reveal a more nuanced picture. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 33.5% of all crimes, with 121 incidents reported. This category's rate of 2.3 per 1,000 is 21% below the UK average, suggesting that local factors—such as community policing or demographic composition—may contribute to lower levels of violent crime. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, making up 15.8% of total crimes, with a rate of 1.1 per 1,000, 26% below the UK average. These lower rates may be influenced by Horsham's built-up area characteristics, which could include more public spaces for community engagement or targeted interventions. Shoplifting emerged as the third most common crime, with 53 incidents (14.7% of total), and a rate of 1.0 per 1,000—85% above the UK average. This stark contrast highlights the impact of retail environments in the area, which may be more concentrated in certain parts of Horsham. The seasonal context of June, the start of summer, likely plays a role in these patterns: longer days and increased tourism could contribute to higher retail-related offences, while the same period might also see fewer incidents of anti-social behaviour due to outdoor activities. Overall, the data suggests a balance between local safety measures and the influence of seasonal factors on crime trends.

June 2023 saw a significant surge in shoplifting, with incidents rising by 381.8% to 53 cases, the highest figure for this category in the dataset. This increase, which places shoplifting at 1.0 per 1,000 residents—85% above the UK average of 0.5—may partly explain the overall rise in crime rates. Conversely, robbery and possession of weapons both declined sharply, with robbery dropping by 66.7% to 1 incident and weapon possession falling by the same percentage to 2 cases. These decreases suggest a possible reduction in targeted violent crime or improved community initiatives. Theft from the person also rose dramatically, increasing by 300% to 4 cases, though this remains a small portion of total crimes. Bicycle theft, which jumped by 175% to 11 cases, highlights a growing concern for cyclists, with the local rate 100% above the UK average of 0.1 per 1,000. These contrasting trends underscore the complexity of crime patterns in Horsham, where retail-related offences are rising while violent crime is declining. Residents may find the shoplifting data particularly relevant, as it directly impacts local businesses and public spaces.

Horsham's crime rate in June 2023 rose by 46.9% compared to the previous month, moving from 4.7 to 7.0 crimes per 1,000 residents. While this increase is notable, the area still maintains a crime rate 17.6% below the UK average. On a daily basis, the built-up area recorded approximately 12 crimes per day in June, reflecting a consistent level of activity that aligns with typical urban patterns. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 144 residents, a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure for local residents. This rate is lower than the UK average when considering the population context, but the month-on-month rise suggests a need for continued monitoring of trends. The population of 51,957 residents provides a baseline for understanding how crime distribution translates into real-world impact, with the 1-in-144 ratio illustrating that most residents are not directly affected by crime on a monthly basis. However, the increase from the previous month may signal shifts in local dynamics, such as seasonal changes or temporary spikes in specific crime categories.