Worthing Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Worthing’s crime rate in November 2025 stood at 8.0 per 1,000 residents, 9.6% above the UK average of 7.3. This marks the first time in recent months that the local rate has exceeded the national benchmark. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 28.2% of all reported incidents, followed by shoplifting (20.1%) and anti-social behaviour (17.3%). These patterns align with seasonal dynamics typical of November, when extended darkness and commercial activity—such as Black Friday shopping—may contribute to heightened incidents. While violent crime rates in Worthing are 11% below the UK average (2.3 vs 2.6 per 1,000), the local area faces significant challenges in property-related crime, particularly in shoplifting and anti-social behaviour, which are 154% and 32% above the national average respectively. The spike in shoplifting could be attributed to the influx of retail activity during the festive season, while anti-social behaviour may reflect the impact of colder weather on community interactions. Local authorities may need to consider targeted interventions during this period, given the correlation between seasonal factors and crime patterns observed in similar urban centres.

November 2025 saw sharp increases in specific crime categories, with theft from the person surging by 300% (from 1 to 4 incidents) and bicycle theft rising 76.9% (from 13 to 23). These jumps are particularly concerning given the local context: bicycle theft in Worthing is 233% above the UK average (0.2 vs 0.1 per 1,000), suggesting a unique vulnerability in the area’s cycling infrastructure or security measures. Meanwhile, robbery incidents also rose 75% (from 8 to 14), although this remains below the UK average (0.1 per 1,000). Conversely, some categories showed declines, possession of weapons (-30.8%) and other theft (-27.3%), which may reflect the impact of law enforcement initiatives or seasonal changes in criminal activity. The contrast between rising and falling categories highlights a combination of factors, with property crimes such as shoplifting and anti-social behaviour dominating the local landscape. Residents should be particularly vigilant around high-traffic retail areas and during evening hours, when visibility is reduced and the risk of personal theft increases. The data also reveals that vehicle crime fell by 25.6%, potentially linked to changes in parking patterns or reduced opportunities during the month.

Worthing’s crime rate in November 2025 (8.0 per 1,000) represented a 3.4% increase from the previous month’s rate of 7.7, reflecting a slight upward trend in local crime dynamics. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 30 crimes per day, a figure that underscores the need for ongoing community vigilance. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 126 residents, a monthly exposure rate that, while not alarmingly high, indicates the persistent presence of criminal activity within the population. When viewed in the context of the local population of 113,866, this translates to a manageable but non-trivial level of risk. The comparison with the UK average highlights both areas of concern and strength: while violent crime rates in Worthing are 11% below the national benchmark, the local area faces significant challenges in shoplifting and anti-social behaviour, which are 154% and 32% above the UK average respectively. This disparity suggests that local factors—such as the density of retail centres or the social fabric of the community—play a pivotal role in shaping crime patterns. The data also reveals that Worthing’s burglary rate is 33% below the UK average, potentially reflecting effective local policing or the absence of high-risk areas typically associated with residential theft.