Crime Rate in Rustington West: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Rustington West

The total recorded crimes in Rustington West, Arun, UK in July 2025 are around 38 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Rustington West crime rate of 1.77 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 Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (19) incidents (35.71% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (5) incidents (66.67% increase)
  • Burglary: (3) incidents (50.00% increase)
Rustington West Crime Hotspots

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

  • The Street with total crimes: 4
  • Conbar Avenue with total crimes: 4
  • Hide Gardens with total crimes: 3

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 areas in the Arun.

    • 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 areas in the Arun.

  • 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 July 2025 the Rustington West has recorded 38 crimes with crime rate of 1.77 ranking 16th 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.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Rustington West)CrimesRank (Rustington West)CrimesRank (Rustington West)
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
Rustington East43 13509 12359 11
Pevensey48 12499 13332 13
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 West 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 19 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (14 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (11 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (7 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (5 incidents) also being high.

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).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 12 Burglary incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

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

A total of 19 Public order incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.11 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20251
May 20252
April 20253
March 20251
December 20241
November 20243
September 20243
August 20242

A total of 115 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 10.45 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 19 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202519
June 202514
May 202511
April 20257
March 20255
February 20256
December 202411
November 20248
October 20248
September 202414
August 202412

A total of 51 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 4.64 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20253
May 20255
April 20254
March 20256
February 20252
December 20241
November 20247
October 20242
September 20242
August 202414

A total of 33 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.30 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20254
April 20255
March 20253
February 20254
December 20241
November 20242
October 20241
September 20244
August 20248

A total of 21 Other theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.33 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
May 20251
April 20251
December 20244
November 20245
October 20241
September 20244
August 20242

A total of 34 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.78 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20256
May 20253
February 20254
December 20244
November 20247
October 20243
September 20244
August 20241

A total of 27 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.70 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20251
May 20252
April 20253
March 20251
December 20246
November 20242
October 20242
September 20242
August 20245

A total of 5 Drugs incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20251
February 20251
December 20241
September 20241

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
June 20252
May 20251
March 20254
February 20252
December 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 1 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

High Crime Locations Rustington West in July 2025

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

1. The Street (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Burglary1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Conbar Avenue (Map)
Total4
Criminal damage and arson2
Violence and sexual offences2
3. Hide Gardens (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
4. Coppets Wood (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
5. Vernon Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Shoplifting1
6. Church Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
7. Artex Avenue (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
8. Barnsite Close (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
9. Foxes Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
10. Millfield Close (Map)
Total1
Burglary1

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