Storrington Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences emerged as the dominant category in Storrington’s December 2025 crime statistics, accounting for 44.4% of all reported incidents. This contrasts with the UK average, where such crimes contribute 53% of the national total, underscoring Storrington’s relative safety. The area’s overall crime rate of 2.6 per 1,000 residents—62.9% below the UK average of 7.0—reflects a community that is significantly safer than the national benchmark. However, the 100% increase in theft from the person and other theft highlights the need for targeted interventions in high-risk areas, particularly during the Christmas shopping period. The low rate of property crimes (5 incidents) compared to violent crimes (8) suggests a community profile where interpersonal conflicts or domestic disputes may play a larger role than burglary or theft. This aligns with Storrington’s likely character as a built-up area within Horsham, where a mix of residential and retail activity could contribute to such patterns. Seasonal factors, such as the combination of dark evenings and increased foot traffic during the festive season, may have influenced the rise in theft from the person. The dominance of violent crimes, despite the overall low rate, raises questions about the specific contexts in which these incidents occur, tied to local demographics or social dynamics. While the reduction in anti-social behaviour and public order offences indicates progress, the increases in certain theft-related crimes suggest that ongoing vigilance and tailored strategies are necessary to maintain the area’s safety record.

December 2025 saw a 100% increase in theft from the person, rising from 0 to 1 incident—a shift that may be attributed to heightened retail activity during the Christmas shopping period. This rise, alongside a 100% increase in other theft, contrasts with a 66.7% decline in public order offences and a 50.0% reduction in anti-social behaviour. The dominance of violent crimes, which accounted for 44.4% of all reported incidents, places Storrington 53% below the UK average for this category, reinforcing its status as a relatively safe area. The 50.0% drop in anti-social behaviour may reflect the impact of local initiatives or the natural fluctuation tied to holiday-related social patterns. Meanwhile, the 100% rise in theft from the person highlights the need for heightened awareness in high-traffic areas during peak retail periods. These changes suggest a dynamic interplay between seasonal factors and community-driven safety measures, offering both challenges and opportunities for continued improvement.

Storrington’s December 2025 crime rate of 2.6 per 1,000 residents reflects a significant 50.0% reduction from the previous month’s 5.3 per 1,000, highlighting a marked shift in local crime dynamics. Over the 31-day period, the average daily crime count was 0.58 incidents, equivalent to roughly one reported crime per day—a figure that, while seemingly low, underscores the area’s consistent commitment to community safety. When scaled to the population of 6,818 residents, the monthly exposure rate of 1 crime per 379 residents illustrates the low probability of any individual encountering crime during the month. This stands in stark contrast to the UK average, though direct comparisons to national daily or monthly exposure rates are not available. The decline in anti-social behaviour and public order offences, coupled with a rise in theft from the person, suggests a combination of seasonal factors and local initiatives. The 50.0% drop in anti-social behaviour may be linked to community engagement efforts during the festive period, while the increase in theft from the person could reflect heightened foot traffic in retail areas. These patterns offer residents reassurance that the area remains significantly safer than the UK average, even as local dynamics evolve.