Storrington Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Storrington's crime rate in July 2025 stood at 6.2 per 1,000 residents, 27.9% below the UK average of 8.6 per 1,000. This marked contrast to national trends highlights the area's distinct crime profile. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime mix, comprising 33.3% of all reported incidents—surpassing anti-social behaviour (23.8%) and criminal damage (11.9%). These figures reflect the built-up area's characteristics, where community-focused policing and limited commercial density may contribute to lower violent crime rates compared to larger urban centres. July's peak summer conditions, with schools out and tourism at its height, likely amplified certain crime patterns. The 27.9% gap from the UK average suggests systemic factors, such as effective local crime prevention initiatives or demographic characteristics, are at play. Anti-social behaviour remained the second most common crime, a trend consistent with smaller towns where community tensions can manifest in public spaces. Seasonal festivals and increased foot traffic in July may have influenced both violent and property crime dynamics, though the overall rate remained significantly lower than the national benchmark. This data underscores the importance of contextual analysis, as Storrington's crime picture diverges from typical urban patterns.

July 2025 saw a 200% increase in 'Other crime', rising from 1 to 3 incidents—a sharp spike that defies seasonal expectations. This category, which includes unclassified offences, rose sharply despite the generally low crime environment. Concurrently, possession of weapons surged by 100%, with one incident reported after none in June, suggesting potential pockets of activity warranting closer scrutiny. In contrast, public order offences declined by 25% (from 4 to 3), possibly reflecting the seasonal shift in community dynamics during July. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category at 33.3% of total crimes, though this rate was 31% below the UK average of 3.0 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour, at 1.5 per 1,000, also lagged 3% behind the UK average. The most striking divergence from national trends emerged in 'Other crime', which was 135% above the UK average of 0.2 per 1,000. This anomaly may indicate underreporting in other categories or a unique local context. For residents, the daily crime rate of approximately 1 incident per day provides a tangible reference point for community safety awareness.

Storrington's crime rate in July 2025 (6.2 per 1,000) marked a 4.9% increase from June's 5.9 per 1,000.9% below the UK average. This 0.3 per 1,000 rise translates to roughly one additional incident for every 333 residents compared to the previous month. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 1 crime per day, a figure that contextualises the pace of criminal activity within the community. Over the course of the month, 1 reported crime occurred for every 162 residents—a monthly exposure rate that is significantly lower than the UK average, which would likely be higher given the national rate of 8.6 per 1,000. This statistic is particularly meaningful for residents, as it illustrates the relative safety of the area compared to the broader UK context. The population-scaled perspective shows that even with the 4.9% month-on-month increase, the absolute number of crimes remains minimal in proportion to Storrington's 6,818 residents. This contrast with the UK average underscores the effectiveness of local policing strategies and the area's unique demographic profile, which may include a higher proportion of older residents or a more cohesive community structure.