Storrington Crime Rate February 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Storrington's crime rate in February 2025 stood at 3.7 per 1,000 residents, 44.8% below the UK average of 6.7 per 1,000. This figure marks one of the lowest recorded rates for the area in recent years, reflecting a combination of local characteristics and seasonal factors. The most common category of crime was violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 44.0% of total incidents (11 crimes) and remained 32% below the UK average for this category. Burglary, at 0.7 per 1,000 (20.0% of total crimes), emerged as a notable outlier, being 159% above the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000. This divergence may be linked to the built-up area's proximity to Horsham and the presence of residential properties with potential security vulnerabilities. Meanwhile, criminal damage and arson, though lower in absolute terms (4 crimes), were 25% above the UK average, possibly influenced by winter weather conditions. The overall crime profile suggests a relatively safe environment, with property-related crimes balanced by a lower incidence of violent crime compared to national trends. February's status as a winter month with low outdoor activity likely contributed to the subdued crime levels, though the spike in burglary indicates areas for targeted local awareness. The data also highlights the importance of distinguishing between absolute rates and UK comparisons, as the area's unique geography and demographics shape its crime patterns in ways that differ from larger urban centres.

Burglary rates in Storrington rose sharply by 66.7% compared to January, climbing from 3 to 5 incidents. This increase, though still below the UK average for burglary (0.3 per 1,000), highlights a significant shift in crime dynamics. Concurrently, criminal damage and arson rose by 33.3%, suggesting a possible uptick in property-related offences during the winter months. In contrast, anti-social behaviour fell by 60.0%, with incidents dropping from 5 to 2—a decrease that may reflect seasonal patterns or local initiatives. Violence and sexual offences, the most common category (44.0% of total crimes), remained 32% below the UK average, underscoring a stark contrast to national trends. Residents might find the 1-in-273 monthly exposure rate particularly useful for understanding the low overall risk in the area.

Storrington's crime rate in February 2025 dropped by 7.3% compared to January, falling to 3.7 per 1,000 residents from 4.0 per 1,000. This decline aligns with the typical pre-spring lull in activity seen in smaller built-up areas, where seasonal transitions often correlate with reduced outdoor crime. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 273 residents, a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure in human terms. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one crime per day, a rate that remains consistent with historical trends for this part of the year. The population-scaled perspective highlights that while the absolute number of crimes is low, the distribution across categories—particularly burglary—deserves closer attention. This monthly aggregate does not account for fluctuations in daily patterns, which may be influenced by local events or temporary factors not captured in the data.