Crime Rate in Marine: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Marine

The total recorded crimes in Marine, Arun, UK in July 2025 are around 121 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Marine crime rate of 2.03 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 Marine, encompassing approximately 59,564 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (37) incidents (-17.78% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (21) incidents (31.25% increase)
  • Other theft: (15) incidents (50.00% increase)
Marine Crime Hotspots

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

  • Oxford Street with total crimes: 12
  • Norfolk Street with total crimes: 10
  • Parking Area with total crimes: 9

How safe is Marine?

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

  • Relative to Arun:

    • In 2024, Marine reported a higher crime volume than the Arun average, with 1,274 crimes compared to 675. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Marine witnessed more crimes than 20 out of 22 other areas in the Arun.

    • In 2023, Marine experienced a greater number of crimes than the Arun average, with 999 crimes compared to 514. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Marine witnessed more crimes than 20 out of 22 other areas in the Arun.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Arun, Marine has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Marine Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Marine has recorded 121 crimes with crime rate of 0.37 ranking 3th out of 22 in the Arun, UK

In 2024, the total Marine crimes were 1,274. The crime rate of Marine in 2024 was 21.39 (year) or 1.78 (month) ranking it 3 dangerous area in the Arun.

In 2023, the total crimes in Marine were around 999 crimes with yearly crime rate of 16.77 (year) or 1.40 (month) ranking 3 most dangerous area in the Arun.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Marine)CrimesRank (Marine)CrimesRank (Marine)
River193 12,183 11,713 1
Hotham87 61,233 41,105 2
Courtwick with Toddington114 41,416 2919 5
Bersted125 2986 6774 6
Barnham106 51,099 5952 4
Orchard65 7662 10618 7
Arundel & Walberton51 11876 7593 8
Yapton65 8839 8452 10
Angmering & Findon58 9716 9488 9
Felpham West53 10589 11356 12
Rustington East43 13509 12359 11
Pevensey48 12499 13332 13
Rustington West38 16363 15301 14
Brookfield41 15369 14291 15
Pagham41 14335 16237 17
East Preston26 19255 18242 16
Beach29 17318 17187 19
Aldwick West18 22209 20217 18
Middleton-on-Sea28 18193 22170 22
Felpham East20 21210 19144 23
Aldwick East25 20183 23186 20
Ferring15 23202 21179 21

Marine Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 37 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 21 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (45 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (16 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (40 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (25 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (36 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (23 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (28 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (28 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 37 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 16 incidents.

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 26 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 24 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (40 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (23 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (36 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (13 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (41 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (13 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (36 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (21 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 62 Burglary incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 5.64 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 202510
May 20257
April 202514
March 20258
February 20256
December 20242
November 20241
October 20244
September 20244
August 20242

A total of 79 Public order incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 7.18 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 202511
May 20258
April 202511
March 20252
February 20256
December 20244
November 20248
October 20248
September 20245
August 20249

A total of 402 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 36.55 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 45 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202537
June 202545
May 202540
April 202536
March 202528
February 202537
December 202426
November 202440
October 202436
September 202441
August 202436

A total of 93 Other theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 8.45 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202515
June 202510
May 20257
April 20258
March 202512
February 20259
December 20246
November 20247
October 20243
September 20248
August 20248

A total of 169 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 15.36 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 25 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202521
June 202516
May 202525
April 202514
March 202513
February 20258
December 202414
November 202411
October 202413
September 202413
August 202421

A total of 111 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 10.09 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20259
June 202510
May 20259
April 20253
March 20257
February 20254
December 202424
November 202416
October 202412
September 202410
August 20247

A total of 26 Other crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.60 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
May 20253
April 20254
March 20253
February 20253
December 20242
November 20242
October 20243
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 165 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 15.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 28 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202512
June 20258
May 202511
April 202523
March 202528
February 202516
December 202412
November 202423
October 20249
September 202411
August 202412

A total of 13 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.86 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20252
May 20251
March 20252
February 20251
November 20241
August 20242

A total of 9 Robbery incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.80 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20254
May 20252
April 20251
August 20241

A total of 26 Drugs incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.60 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20253
May 20253
March 20254
February 20251
December 20242
November 20246
October 20241
September 20241
August 20243

A total of 38 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.80 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
May 20255
April 20253
March 20257
February 20257
December 20245
November 20242
October 20242
September 20242
August 20242

A total of 15 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.88 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20252
May 20252
April 20253
February 20251
December 20242
November 20242
August 20241

A total of 7 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.17 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
March 20251
February 20251
November 20241
October 20242
September 20241

High Crime Locations Marine in July 2025

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

1. Oxford Street (Map)
Total12
Shoplifting5
Criminal damage and arson2
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
Vehicle crime1
2. Norfolk Street (Map)
Total10
Violence and sexual offences6
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
3. Parking Area (Map)
Total9
Shoplifting3
Other theft2
Violence and sexual offences2
Bicycle theft1
Public order1
4. Shopping Area (Map)
Total9
Other crime2
Public order2
Shoplifting2
Violence and sexual offences2
Burglary1
5. John Street (Map)
Total9
Anti-social behaviour3
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
Robbery1
Shoplifting1
6. Stocker Road (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
7. Keats Walk (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Vehicle crime1
8. Hambledon Place (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour3
9. Steyne Street (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
10. Sutherland Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Public order1

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