Storrington Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Storrington’s crime rate in February 2026 stood at 3.1 per 1,000 residents, 51.6% below the UK average of 6.4. This figure, while modest, reflects a community with a lower prevalence of crime compared to the national picture. The most significant category was violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 42.9% of all reported crimes, yet remained 44% below the UK average for this category. This discrepancy may be linked to Storrington’s character as a built-up area within Horsham, where community cohesion and local policing efforts likely contribute to the suppression of violent crime. Shoplifting and anti-social behaviour each accounted for 9.5% of total crimes, both well below UK averages. The seasonal context of February—a winter month marked by low outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull—likely contributes to the overall low crime rate. However, the absence of major public order incidents, which fell by 66.7% compared to the previous month, suggests a shift in local dynamics that may be influenced by factors such as reduced social gatherings or changes in community behaviour. These patterns illustrate the combination of seasonal rhythms and local conditions, even in areas with generally low crime rates.

February 2026 saw a stark increase in three crime categories: robbery, shoplifting, and other theft, all of which doubled compared to the previous month. This surge, though limited to a small number of incidents, indicates a potential shift in criminal activity that may be linked to seasonal factors or local events. Meanwhile, public order offences fell by two-thirds, a decline that contrasts with the overall upward trend in crime. The area’s violent crime rate, at 1.3 per 1,000 residents, is 44% below the UK average for violence and sexual offences, a significant outlier that suggests Storrington may have unique characteristics that deter such crimes. Burglary, at 0.3 per 1,000 residents, is 20% above the UK average, a figure that could be influenced by the area’s built-up nature and proximity to Horsham. These fluctuations highlight the importance of monitoring crime patterns even in areas with generally low rates.

Storrington's crime rate in February 2026 rose by 16.7% compared to the previous month, moving from 2.6 to 3.1 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though modest, reflects a shift in crime patterns that warrant closer examination. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one reported crime per day in February, a figure that aligns with the low overall rate but underscores the persistent presence of crime in the community. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for roughly every 325 residents, a ratio that places Storrington well below the UK average in terms of monthly exposure. This statistic, when contextualised with the area's population of 6,818, suggests that the likelihood of any individual encountering crime remains relatively low. However, the 16.7% increase from the previous month indicates a potential shift in local dynamics that may be influenced by seasonal factors or changes in community activity levels.