Crime Rate in Rustington West: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Rustington West

The total recorded crimes in Rustington West, Arun, UK in March 2025 are around 20 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Rustington West crime rate of 0.93 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 West, encompassing approximately 21,488 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (6) incidents (200.00% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (5) incidents (-16.67% decrease)
  • Other crime: (4) incidents (100.00% increase)
Rustington West Crime Hotspots

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

  • Wolstenbury Road with total crimes: 3
  • Marama Gardens with total crimes: 2
  • Harsfold Close with total crimes: 2

How safe is Rustington West?

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

  • Relative to Arun:

    • In 2024, Rustington West demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Arun average, with 363 crimes compared to 675.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Rustington West recorded fewer crimes than 14 out of 22 other cities.

    • In 2023, Rustington West had fewer crimes than the Arun average, with 301 crimes compared to 514. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Rustington West recorded fewer crimes than 13 out of 22 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Rustington West Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Rustington West has recorded 20 crimes with crime rate of 0.93 ranking 21th out of 22 in the Arun, UK

In 2024, the total Rustington West crimes were 363. The crime rate of Rustington West in 2024 was 16.89 (year) or 1.41 (month) ranking it 15 dangerous area in the Arun.

In 2023, the total crimes in Rustington West were around 301 crimes with yearly crime rate of 14.01 (year) or 1.17 (month) ranking 14 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
Aldwick West42 12209 20217 18
Brookfield41 13369 14291 15
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

Rustington West Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (6 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (5 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 6 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 11 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (8 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (8 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (14 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other theft (4 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (14 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (12 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 11 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 10 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (34 reports) and Burglary incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

In May 2024, Shoplifting dominated crime reports (4 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (8 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (6 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 54 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 4.91 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20252
December 20241
November 20247
October 20242
September 20242
August 202414
July 202410
June 20246
May 20242
April 20242

A total of 11 Other crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.20 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20252
December 20242
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 121 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 11.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 34 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20256
December 202411
November 20248
October 20248
September 202414
August 202412
July 202411
June 202434
May 20244
April 20248

A total of 24 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.67 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
December 20246
November 20242
October 20242
September 20242
August 20245
June 20244
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 38 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.45 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20254
December 20241
November 20242
October 20241
September 20244
August 20248
July 20241
June 20244
May 20244
April 20246

A total of 18 Public order incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
December 20241
November 20243
September 20243
August 20242
July 20241
June 20242
May 20243
April 20242

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

MonthCount
February 20251

A total of 32 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.56 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20254
December 20244
November 20247
October 20243
September 20244
August 20241
July 20242
June 20242
April 20245

A total of 16 Burglary incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.29 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20242
July 20242
June 20248
April 20241

A total of 8 Drugs incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
December 20241
September 20241
June 20244
May 20241

A total of 25 Other theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.78 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20244
November 20245
October 20241
September 20244
August 20242
July 20244
June 20242
May 20242
April 20241

A total of 2 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
May 20241

A total of 2 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20242

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

MonthCount
April 20241

High Crime Locations Rustington West in March 2025

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

1. Wolstenbury Road (Map)
Total3
Shoplifting3
2. Marama Gardens (Map)
Total2
Other crime2
3. Harsfold Close (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
4. Dinsdale Gardens (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other crime1
5. Artex Avenue (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Coppets Wood (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
7. The Martlets (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
8. The Street (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
9. Ingram Close (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
10. Milton Avenue (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1

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