Worthing Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Worthing's crime profile in July 2025, accounting for 33.9% of all reported incidents. This category, at 2.9 per 1,000 residents, was 5% below the UK average, suggesting a relatively lower prevalence of violent crime compared to national trends. The second most common category, anti-social behaviour, contributed 18.9% of total crimes, with rates slightly above the UK average. Shoplifting, the third most frequent crime, stood at 1.2 per 1,000 residents, 85% above the UK average, a stark contrast to the significantly lower rates of burglary and vehicle crime. The seasonal context of July—marked by the peak of the tourist season, festivals, and extended daylight hours—likely influenced these patterns. Coastal towns like Worthing often experience increased foot traffic and commercial activity during summer, which may contribute to higher rates of theft and anti-social behaviour. However, the lower violent crime rate compared to the UK average could reflect the area's community-focused policing strategies or the absence of high-risk demographics typically associated with higher violence rates. The interplay between seasonal tourism and local crime dynamics suggests that Worthing's approach to managing public spaces and events may be playing a role in mitigating violent incidents while addressing other challenges.

July 2025 saw a 100% increase in drug-related crimes, rising from 23 to 46 incidents, a sharp contrast to the 63.6% decline in robberies, which fell from 11 to 4. This divergence underscores a shift in criminal activity, with drug offences becoming a more prominent concern. Shoplifting, already significantly higher than the UK average (85% above), remained a persistent issue, with 131 incidents reported. The rise in drug crimes may partly explain the concurrent drop in robberies, as different criminal networks appear to be active. Anti-social behaviour also saw a 3% increase above the UK average, with 182 incidents, reflecting the pressures of a busy summer season. These fluctuations highlight the dynamic nature of local crime patterns and the need for targeted policing strategies.

Worthing's crime rate in July 2025 rose by 6.7% compared to the previous month, moving from 7.9 to 8.5 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though modest, aligns with the seasonal context of a peak tourist period, which often correlates with higher foot traffic and event-related incidents. On a daily basis, the area experienced an average of 31 crimes per day over July, a figure that highlights the continuous nature of local policing challenges. When considering the monthly exposure, 1 in every 118 residents in Worthing reported a crime during July, a ratio that contextualises the scale of incidents against the population. This metric, while not directly comparable to UK-wide averages, provides a tangible snapshot of how frequently residents encounter crime in their daily lives. The shift from June to July also reflects the impact of summer holidays, with increased activity in public spaces potentially contributing to the uptick in reported incidents.