Horley Crime Rate June 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Horley's crime profile in June 2023 showed a marked improvement relative to the UK average, with an overall rate of 5.4 crimes per 1,000 residents—36.5% below the national average of 8.5. This figures prominently as one of the lowest crime rates in the South East region, reflecting a combination of local policing strategies and community initiatives. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 43.5% of all recorded incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour at 17.3% and criminal damage and arson at 8.3%. These patterns align with typical urban dynamics, where public spaces and community interactions drive such offences. Seasonal factors likely contributed to the crime mix, as June marks the start of summer when increased foot traffic and leisure activities may amplify interpersonal conflicts. Violent crime rates in Horley were 18% below the UK average, while anti-social behaviour was 39% below the national benchmark, suggesting effective community engagement efforts. The lower-than-average rates for property crimes such as burglary (69% below UK average) and shoplifting (44% below) indicate that local prevention measures may be yielding results. However, the data also highlights the persistent challenge of violence, which remains the dominant category. This underscores the need for targeted interventions in high-risk areas, such as public spaces and transport hubs, where violent incidents are most frequently reported. The overall crime rate, while lower than the UK average, still necessitates vigilance, particularly as summer progresses and tourism begins to influence local activity patterns.

June 2023 saw several notable shifts in crime trends within Horley. The most significant decrease was in possession of weapons, which fell by 66.7% compared to the previous month, aligning with a 100% reduction in drugs-related offences. These declines may reflect the seasonal nature of certain crimes, as warmer weather and longer days could reduce the likelihood of drug-related activities in public spaces. Conversely, bicycle theft rose by 100%, jumping from zero to one incident, while theft from the person also increased by 100%, moving from one to two cases. These spikes, though small in absolute terms, highlight the vulnerability of personal property in an area with increasing summer foot traffic. The category of criminal damage and arson saw a modest 16.7% increase, which may be linked to seasonal maintenance activities or increased outdoor gatherings. In contrast, public order offences decreased by 35.3%, a reduction that could be attributed to the easing of pandemic-related restrictions or improved community policing in public spaces. The data also reveals that Horley's rates for several crime categories are significantly below UK averages: violence and sexual offences (18% below), anti-social behaviour (39% below), and criminal damage and arson (22% below). These discrepancies suggest that local factors, such as community cohesion and effective policing, are playing a role in shaping the area's crime profile. For residents, the 100% reduction in drugs-related offences is a tangible improvement that may contribute to a safer environment during the summer months.

Horley's June 2023 crime rate of 5.4 per 1,000 residents marked a 5.1% decrease from the previous month's rate of 5.7, reflecting a continuing downward trend in local crime. Over the course of June, this translated to an average of 6 crimes per day, a figure that is lower than the UK average when scaled to the population. The monthly exposure rate—1 reported crime for every 184 residents—illustrates the relatively low risk faced by individuals living in this area compared to the national context. When considering the population of 30,982 residents, the 168 recorded crimes equate to a crime rate that is 36.5% below the UK average, highlighting Horley's position as a safer area within the broader South East region. This comparative advantage is particularly evident in categories such as burglary, where the rate was 69% below the UK average, and shoplifting, which was 44% below. These figures suggest that local factors, such as effective community policing and targeted prevention strategies, are having a measurable impact. However, the 1-in-184 resident exposure rate should be contextualised within the broader picture: while lower than the UK average, it still means that a small but non-negligible proportion of the population experiences crime each month. The previous month's rate of 5.7 provides a useful benchmark, indicating that the current rate is the lowest recorded in the past year. This sustained improvement may be attributable to the area's demographic profile, with a relatively stable population and a focus on community-based crime prevention initiatives. For residents, the daily crime count of 6 provides a concrete reference point for understanding the likelihood of encountering crime in their daily lives.