Horsham Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Horsham’s built-up area recorded a crime rate of 4.9 per 1,000 residents in November 2025, placing it 32.9% below the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000. This figure reflects a consistent trend of lower-than-average crime, influenced by the area’s character as a largely rural-adjacent town with a mix of residential and commercial zones. The most prevalent crimes were violence and sexual offences (35.4% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (18.5%) and shoplifting (16.5%). The seasonal context of November—marked by darker evenings, Bonfire Night, and Black Friday shopping—likely contributed to fluctuations in specific categories. For instance, shoplifting’s elevated rate may be tied to the pre-Christmas retail rush, while the relatively low levels of vehicle crime (0.1 per 1,000) align with the area’s limited commuter traffic and car-centric infrastructure. The overall crime profile suggests a community where public order issues and interpersonal conflicts dominate, but with property crime rates significantly below national norms. This balance may be partly explained by the town’s layout, which includes fewer high-density retail hubs than larger urban centres, reducing opportunities for certain types of crime. The seasonal context also means that November’s crime patterns are shaped by both local rhythms—such as school term breaks—and national events, creating a dynamic that requires ongoing monitoring.

November 2025 saw a 100% increase in possession of weapons, rising from 0 to 2 incidents, a shift that contrasts with the overall downward trend in crime. Conversely, bicycle theft plummeted by 80%, from 5 to 1, a decline that may reflect increased security measures around local bike storage facilities. Shoplifting remained 27% above the UK average at 0.8 per 1,000, though this rate was offset by a 16.7% increase in burglary, which still remained 67% below the national average. The balance between property and violent crime shifted slightly, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 35.4% of all reported crimes, compared to 18.5% for anti-social behaviour. This mix suggests a continued focus on addressing interpersonal disputes, potentially linked to the darker evenings of November. For residents, the 80% drop in bicycle theft offers a concrete example of how targeted interventions—whether through community efforts or local business initiatives—can significantly impact specific crime categories.

Horsham's crime rate in November 2025 fell by 19.8% compared to the previous month, declining from 6.1 to 4.9 per 1,000 residents. This drop aligns with the seasonal transition into winter, when outdoor activity typically wanes, though the local retail sector’s Black Friday promotions may have temporarily spurred shoplifting. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 8 crimes per day in November, a figure that, while steady, remains lower than the UK average. When scaled to the population, the monthly exposure of one reported crime for every 205 residents underscores the area’s relatively low crime profile. This statistic is particularly meaningful for residents, as it contextualises the risk in terms of personal likelihood rather than abstract totals. The decline from October’s rate may also reflect the cumulative effect of community policing initiatives, though no formal programmes are documented in the data. The combination of reduced violent crime and property crime suggests a broader trend of stability, though the increase in possession of weapons warrants further scrutiny.