Horsham Crime Rate September 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 51,957 residents, Horsham recorded 335 crimes in September 2023, equating to a crime rate of 6.5 per 1,000 people. This figure is 18.8% below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000, marking Horsham as a relatively safe area within the national context. The crime mix reveals a distinct pattern, with violence and sexual offences (34.9% of total crimes) and anti-social behaviour (15.8%) dominating the landscape. These categories, though significant, remain well below UK averages—violence and sexual offences are 16% lower, and anti-social behaviour is 25% lower. The seasonal context of September—back-to-school periods, university freshers, and shorter evenings—may have influenced these patterns, potentially increasing opportunities for violent incidents or anti-social conduct in areas with high student populations. However, the overall decline in crime compared to the UK suggests that local factors, such as effective policing or community engagement, may be mitigating risks. The built-up nature of Horsham, with its mix of residential and commercial zones, likely contributes to a balance between urban challenges and manageable crime rates. Shoplifting and other property crimes are significantly lower than the UK average, reflecting the area’s retail environment or the presence of security measures in local businesses. This data, while illustrative of Horsham’s unique crime profile, must be interpreted within the broader socioeconomic and geographic context of the region.

September 2023 saw a dramatic 200% increase in robbery cases, rising from 3 to 9, a spike that stands out against the overall decline in crime. This jump, though small in absolute terms, may reflect heightened activity in specific areas, such as late-night retail zones or transport hubs. Conversely, shoplifting fell by 62.3%, plummeting from 61 to 23, a shift that could be linked to seasonal changes, such as the end of summer holidays reducing foot traffic in high-street areas. Violence and sexual offences also rose by 8.3%, though they remained 16% below the UK average at 2.3 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour—accounting for 15.8% of total crimes—was 25% below the UK average, a trend that may be influenced by local community initiatives or the area’s built-up nature, which can foster more visible policing. These fluctuations illustrate how crime patterns can shift rapidly, even within a broader downward trend.

Horsham's September 2023 crime rate of 6.5 per 1,000 residents marks a 17.8% decrease from the previous month's 7.9 per 1,000, reflecting a sustained trend of lower crime in the area. This rate translates to roughly 11 crimes reported per day, a figure that, while consistent with local patterns, underscores the relative safety of the built-up area compared to national averages. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 155 residents, a ratio that highlights the proportion of the population affected by crime. When scaled to Horsham’s population of 51,957, this monthly exposure places the area well below the UK average, particularly in categories such as anti-social behaviour and shoplifting. The contrast between Horsham’s performance and the UK’s broader trends suggests a combination of local factors—such as community engagement, policing strategies, or environmental design—that may contribute to the area’s lower crime rates. These statistics offer a tangible snapshot for residents, illustrating how crime impacts individual lives within the context of a larger demographic framework.