Crime Rate in Rustington East: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Rustington East

The total recorded crimes in Rustington East, Arun, UK in July 2025 are around 43 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Rustington East crime rate of 3.25 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 Rustington East, encompassing approximately 13,237 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (19) incidents (18.75% increase)
  • Shoplifting: (13) incidents (116.67% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (3) incidents (-50.00% decrease)
Rustington East Crime Hotspots

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

  • Northcourt Close with total crimes: 9
  • Fittleworth Garden with total crimes: 7
  • Supermarket with total crimes: 6

How safe is Rustington East?

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

  • Relative to Arun:

    • In 2024, Rustington East demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Arun average, with 509 crimes compared to 675.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year.

    • In 2023, Rustington East had fewer crimes than the Arun average, with 359 crimes compared to 514. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Furthermore, Rustington East witnessed more crimes than 12 out of 22 other areas in the Arun.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Rustington East Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Rustington East has recorded 43 crimes with crime rate of 3.25 ranking 13th out of 22 in the Arun, UK

In 2024, the total Rustington East crimes were 509. The crime rate of Rustington East in 2024 was 38.45 (year) or 3.20 (month) ranking it 12 dangerous area in the Arun.

In 2023, the total crimes in Rustington East were around 359 crimes with yearly crime rate of 27.12 (year) or 2.26 (month) ranking 11 most dangerous area in the Arun.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Rustington East)CrimesRank (Rustington East)CrimesRank (Rustington East)
River193 12,183 11,713 1
Hotham87 61,233 41,105 2
Courtwick with Toddington114 41,416 2919 5
Bersted125 2986 6774 6
Marine121 31,274 3999 3
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
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

Rustington East Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 19 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 13 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (16 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In May 2025, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (13 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (11 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Shoplifting were the most frequent (13 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (12 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (7 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (6 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 17 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 13 incidents.

December 2024 crime data shows Shoplifting saw the largest number of reported crimes with 7 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (7 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In October 2024, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (7 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (12 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (12 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Shoplifting (8 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (6 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 117 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 10.64 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 19 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202519
June 202516
May 202513
April 202511
March 20255
February 202517
December 20247
November 20246
October 20247
September 202412
August 20244

A total of 88 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 8.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202513
June 20256
May 202511
April 202513
March 20255
February 202513
December 20247
November 20244
October 20244
September 20244
August 20248

A total of 26 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.60 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20253
May 20253
March 20251
February 20251
December 20245
November 20244
October 20244
September 20242
August 20242

A total of 71 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 6.45 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20256
May 20256
April 202512
March 20257
February 20256
December 20245
November 20247
October 20241
September 202412
August 20246

A total of 28 Public order incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.50 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20253
May 20256
April 20253
March 20256
December 20242
November 20242
September 20245

A total of 17 Other theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.12 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
May 20252
February 20252
December 20243
November 20242
October 20242
September 20241
August 20243

A total of 7 Other crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.17 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20252
March 20251
December 20241
November 20241

A total of 12 Burglary incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.71 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
February 20251
December 20242
November 20242
October 20243
August 20242

A total of 6 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20251
March 20251
February 20252
September 20241

A total of 25 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20254
May 20252
April 20251
March 20253
February 20255
November 20241
October 20242
September 20243
August 20243

A total of 6 Drugs incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20252
December 20242
October 20241
August 20241

A total of 7 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20252
March 20251
November 20242
September 20242

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

MonthCount
February 20251

A total of 3 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241
October 20241
August 20241

High Crime Locations Rustington East in July 2025

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

1. Northcourt Close (Map)
Total9
Anti-social behaviour8
Shoplifting1
2. Fittleworth Garden (Map)
Total7
Shoplifting5
Anti-social behaviour2
3. Supermarket (Map)
Total6
Shoplifting4
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
4. Supermarket (Map)
Total4
Shoplifting3
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Coach House Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Vehicle crime1
6. Darlington Walk (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
7. Eastergate Green (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
8. Shopping Area (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
9. Ashwood Drive (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
10. Parking Area (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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