Storrington Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Storrington's crime profile in October 2025 reveals a distinctive balance of crime types that contrasts with national trends. The overall rate of 4.3 crimes per 1,000 residents—44.2% below the UK average of 7.7—reflects a community that remains significantly safer than the broader population. The most prevalent category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 37.9% of all reported crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (17.2%) and criminal damage and arson (13.8%). This mix suggests a focus on interpersonal and property-related issues, though the violent crime rate is still 40% below the UK average. Seasonal factors may have influenced the pattern, as October's darker evenings and Halloween activities could have contributed to an uptick in anti-social behaviour and criminal damage. The relatively low rate of shoplifting (6.9% of total crimes) and vehicle crime (6.9%) compared to the UK average may indicate effective local deterrents or a lower retail density in the built-up area. However, the sharp rise in criminal damage and arson—doubling from zero to four incidents—points to a potential seasonal vulnerability, linked to Halloween-related vandalism or property neglect. The presence of only one incident of possession of weapons, though 186% above the UK average, remains an isolated data point that may require contextual analysis. This crime mix, while showing resilience compared to national benchmarks, underscores the need for targeted measures to address the specific vulnerabilities highlighted by the seasonal and localized trends.

October 2025 saw a 100% increase in criminal damage and arson, with four incidents reported compared to none in September. This spike, though small in absolute terms, may partly explain the overall 20.7% rise in the area's crime rate. Conversely, shoplifting fell by 50%, dropping from four to two incidents, a shift consistent with seasonal patterns as Halloween activities may have drawn attention away from retail areas. Violence and sexual offences remained the most common category, contributing 37.9% of total crimes, but still 40% below the UK average. Possession of weapons was 186% above the UK average. This anomaly suggests either a localized issue or a statistical outlier that warrants further observation. The balance of violent and property crimes—11 violent and 10 property—reflects a mix that is less skewed toward property crime than the national average, indicating a focus on community-based policing strategies.

Storrington's crime rate in October 2025 rose by 20.7% from 3.5 to 4.3 per 1,000 residents compared to September. This increase, though significant, remains 44.2% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately one crime per day over the 31-day period, translating to a monthly exposure of one crime for every 235 residents. For someone living in Storrington, this means a relatively low likelihood of encountering crime, but the upward trend suggests ongoing vigilance. The population-scaled perspective shows that the total of 29 crimes in October represents a manageable burden for a community of 6,818 people. While the rate has increased, the overall context remains one of safety compared to national standards, with only two categories—criminal damage and arson, and possession of weapons—exceeding the UK average. This contrast highlights the area's unique profile, where localized issues may dominate over broader national trends.