Worthing Crime Rate April 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Worthing’s crime rate in April 2024 stood at 9.1 per 1,000 residents, placing it 18.2% above the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This divergence highlights the town’s unique crime profile, shaped by its coastal location, mixed urban-suburban character, and seasonal rhythms. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 27.6% of all reported crimes, making them the most prevalent category — a rate that, while 2% below the UK average, suggests localized factors such as nightlife activity or community tensions may be at play. Shoplifting, however, emerged as a stark outlier, with 2.2 per 1,000 residents — 228% above the UK average — a figure likely tied to the town’s retail corridors and the Easter shopping period. Anti-social behaviour (1.3 per 1,000) and public order offences (0.9 per 1,000) also exceeded national rates, possibly reflecting the impact of springtime gatherings and increased foot traffic in public spaces. The seasonal context of April — a transition period marked by Easter and milder weather — may have contributed to shifts in criminal activity, with outdoor crimes rising as more people spend time in parks, coastal areas, and high streets. While the overall rate is higher than the national average, the breakdown of crime types suggests a combination of local factors, from retail dynamics to community engagement, that shape the town’s security landscape.

April 2024 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with burglary cases rising by 145.5% compared to March, driven by a jump from 11 to 27 incidents. This increase may be linked to spring weather encouraging outdoor activity and potential vulnerabilities in residential areas. Conversely, bicycle theft dropped by 69.2%, from 13 to 4 cases, possibly due to reduced winter commuting or improved security measures. The breakdown of crime types reveals stark contrasts: shoplifting, at 2.2 per 1,000 residents, is 228% above the UK average, a figure that could reflect the town’s retail density and Easter-related foot traffic. Meanwhile, violent crimes, though still the most common category (27.6% of all incidents), are 2% below the UK average, a divergence that may be influenced by local policing strategies or community initiatives. Residents may find the 75% increase in theft from the person — from 8 to 14 cases — particularly concerning, as it suggests a rise in opportunistic crimes during busy public spaces.

Worthing’s crime rate in April 2024 rose to 9.1 per 1,000 residents, up 11.1% from 8.2 per 1,000 in March. This places the area 18.2% above the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000, a gap that has widened slightly from prior months. Locally, this translates to roughly 35 crimes reported each day — a figure that, while not directly comparable to national averages, underscores the pace of incidents in a coastal town with a mix of urban and suburban characteristics. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 110 residents, a rate that reflects both the population density and the town’s proximity to major transport links. This monthly exposure, while not an immediate cause for alarm, suggests that residents may encounter crime at a slightly higher frequency than the national average. The population context — 113,866 people — further clarifies that the absolute number of crimes (1,036) is spread across a community with diverse demographics, including a significant student population and seasonal tourism activity.