Storrington Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Storrington's overall crime rate in November 2023 stood at 5.7 per 1,000, placing the area 24% below the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000. This figure reflects a relatively low level of criminal activity compared to the national context. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 33.3% of all reported crimes, with 13 incidents recorded—a rate of 1.9 per 1,000. This category's performance is notable, as it is 27% below the UK average, suggesting that local factors such as community cohesion or policing efforts may contribute to this disparity. Criminal damage and arson, however, showed a stark contrast, with 8 incidents (20.5% of the total) and a rate of 1.2 per 1,000, which is 103% above the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000. This anomaly may be linked to the area's built-up character, where property-related issues can be more prevalent. Anti-social behaviour, at 5 incidents (12.8% of total crimes), remained 33% below the UK average, reflecting the influence of local initiatives or the relatively small population size. Seasonal factors in November, including the onset of darker evenings and the timing of events like Bonfire Night, may have influenced crime patterns, though the overall rate remains significantly lower than the national benchmark. The data underscores the importance of contextual analysis, as local characteristics can shape crime trends in ways that diverge from broader statistical norms.

The most dramatic month-on-month change was a 200% increase in vehicle crime, with incidents rising from one to three. This sharp rise may be linked to seasonal factors such as the transition to darker evenings, which could reduce visibility in parking areas. Concurrently, violence and sexual offences surged by 116.7%, jumping from six to thirteen incidents. This spike is particularly noteworthy given that the category's rate of 1.9 per 1,000 is 27% below the UK average, suggesting that while the area is safer in this category nationally, local dynamics may have contributed to the sudden increase. Anti-social behaviour, in contrast, fell by 58.3%, dropping from twelve to five incidents—a decline that could be attributed to the reduction in public gatherings during the month. Other theft also decreased by 50%, from two to one incident. These shifts highlight the unpredictable nature of crime in smaller communities, where changes in local events or environmental factors can drive fluctuations in specific categories.

Storrington's crime rate in November 2023 rose by 18.2% from the previous month's 4.8 per 1,000 to 5.7 per 1,000. This translates to one reported crime for every 175 residents over the course of the month, a figure that contextualises the scale of incidents within the local population. On a daily basis, the area saw an average of one crime per day, a rate that aligns with the low overall crime profile typical of smaller built-up areas. While the national average for daily crime is not available for this area, the monthly exposure statistic provides a tangible sense of risk for residents. The increase in November compared to October may reflect seasonal factors, such as the impact of dark evenings and the timing of events like Bonfire Night, which can influence patterns of anti-social behaviour and public order offences. However, the overall rate remains 24% below the UK average, indicating that Storrington continues to be a relatively safe place compared to the national picture.