Crime Rate in Aldwick West: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Aldwick West

The total recorded crimes in Aldwick West, Arun, UK in March 2025 are around 42 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Aldwick West crime rate of 3.85 per 1,000 population.

It's important to note that this crime data is based on the Geographic Boundry data provided by the ONS around Aldwick West, encompassing approximately 10,902 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Shoplifting: (12) incidents (-14.29% decrease)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (9) incidents (-25.00% decrease)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (4) incidents (300.00% increase)
Aldwick West Crime Hotspots

The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,

  • Supermarket with total crimes: 12
  • Petrol Station with total crimes: 7
  • Tyne Way with total crimes: 3

How safe is Aldwick West?

To understand the safety of Aldwick West, we need to analyze Aldwick West crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to Arun:

    • In 2024, Aldwick West demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Arun average, with 209 crimes compared to 675.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Aldwick West recorded fewer crimes than 19 out of 22 other cities.

    • In 2023, Aldwick West had fewer crimes than the Arun average, with 217 crimes compared to 514. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Aldwick West recorded fewer crimes than 17 out of 22 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Arun, Aldwick West has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

    • The trend in crime rates suggests Positive changes in overall safety.

Aldwick West Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Aldwick West has recorded 42 crimes with crime rate of 3.85 ranking 12th out of 22 in the Arun, UK

In 2024, the total Aldwick West crimes were 209. The crime rate of Aldwick West in 2024 was 19.17 (year) or 1.60 (month) ranking it 20 dangerous area in the Arun.

In 2023, the total crimes in Aldwick West were around 217 crimes with yearly crime rate of 19.90 (year) or 1.66 (month) ranking 18 most dangerous area in the Arun.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Arun)CrimesRank (Arun)CrimesRank (Arun)
River152 12,183 11,713 1
Hotham110 31,233 41,105 2
Courtwick with Toddington101 41,416 2919 5
Marine115 21,274 3999 3
Barnham88 61,099 5952 4
Bersted99 5986 6774 6
Orchard64 8662 10618 7
Arundel & Walberton87 7876 7593 8
Yapton61 9839 8452 10
Angmering & Findon56 10716 9488 9
Rustington East30 16509 12359 11
Felpham West39 14589 11356 12
Pevensey48 11499 13332 13
Brookfield41 13369 14291 15
Rustington West20 21363 15301 14
Pagham30 15335 16237 17
East Preston21 19255 18242 16
Beach22 18318 17187 19
Middleton-on-Sea24 17193 22170 22
Felpham East18 22210 19144 23
Aldwick East20 20183 23186 20
Ferring18 23202 21179 21

Aldwick West Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Shoplifting (12 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (9 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Shoplifting saw the largest number of reported crimes with 14 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 12 incidents.

December 2024 crime data shows Criminal damage and arson saw the largest number of reported crimes with 2 incidents, and Other crime was another prevalent crime category with 1 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Shoplifting (6 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (9 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (2 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (10 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (3 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (10 incidents) and then Other theft showed a substantial number of incidents (4 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 8 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Other crime (6 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In May 2024, Other theft dominated crime reports (4 incidents), followed by Burglary also remained a significant concern (2 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (4 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (3 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 9 Burglary incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.80 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
September 20241
July 20241
June 20242
May 20242

A total of 29 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 4.14 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20255
October 20242
September 20243
July 20248
June 20246
April 20243

A total of 18 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20251
December 20242
September 20242
August 20241
July 20241
June 20246
May 20241

A total of 65 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 6.50 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20259
February 202512
December 20241
November 20241
October 20249
September 202410
August 202410
July 20243
June 20246
April 20244

A total of 2 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
September 20241

A total of 14 Other crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
July 20241
June 20246

A total of 19 Other theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.38 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20251
December 20241
October 20242
September 20242
August 20244
July 20242
May 20244

A total of 20 Public order incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20255
November 20242
October 20241
August 20241
July 20241
June 20244
April 20242

A total of 10 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
November 20242
October 20241
August 20243
July 20241
June 20242

A total of 38 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 4.75 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202512
February 202514
December 20241
November 20246
October 20241
September 20241
June 20242
April 20241

A total of 7 Drugs incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
October 20241
June 20244
April 20241

A total of 1 Robbery incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20241

High Crime Locations Aldwick West in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Aldwick West postcode area is presented below.

1. Supermarket (Map)
Total12
Shoplifting12
2. Petrol Station (Map)
Total7
Other crime2
Public order2
Bicycle theft1
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Tyne Way (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Gossamer Lane (Map)
Total3
Other crime1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Aigburth Avenue (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Criminal damage and arson1
6. Hazel Grove (Map)
Total1
Burglary1
7. Willowhale Avenue (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Wilman Gardens (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
9. Blondell Drive (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Valentines Gardens (Map)
Total1
Other theft1

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