Crime in Billingshurst, Horsham: statistics, rates and trends
529 crimes were recorded in Billingshurst, Horsham in the 12 months to July 2026, 50.9 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 11% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Billingshurst, Horsham at a glance
- Crime trends in Billingshurst, Horsham
- Types of crime in Billingshurst, Horsham
- Billingshurst, Horsham compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Billingshurst, Horsham
- What happened after crimes were reported in Billingshurst, Horsham
- Population and deprivation in Billingshurst, Horsham
- Questions about crime in Billingshurst, Horsham
- About this data
529 crimes were recorded in Billingshurst, Horsham in the 12 months to July 2026, 50.9 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 11% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 178 reports (34% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Billingshurst, Horsham has the 2,991st highest crime rate.
| Measure | Billingshurst, Horsham | Horsham | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 529 | 8,524 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 50.9 | 56.3 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -11% | +1% | -1% |
| Population | 10,393 | 151,521 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Billingshurst, Horsham was highest in the year to July 2021 (818 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2018 (443). Over the whole period it rose 19%, against a fall of 4% across England and Wales. Rates use today's population for every year, so they show the direction of change rather than exact historic rates.
| Period | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year to July 2026 | 529 | 50.9 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 592 | 57.0 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 777 | 74.8 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 664 | 63.9 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 703 | 67.6 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 818 | 78.7 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 696 | 67.0 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 531 | 51.1 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 443 | 42.6 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 37 |
| June 2026 | 48 |
| May 2026 | 50 |
| April 2026 | 32 |
| March 2026 | 53 |
| February 2026 | 41 |
| January 2026 | 47 |
| December 2025 | 47 |
| November 2025 | 37 |
| October 2025 | 53 |
| September 2025 | 40 |
| August 2025 | 44 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Billingshurst, Horsham over the 12 months to July 2026. The index compares the local rate with England and Wales: 1.00 is the national rate, 2.00 is double it. The largest increases were in criminal damage and arson (+44%) and shoplifting (+23%).
The largest falls were in violence and sexual offences (-23%) and public order (-18%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 178 | 17.1 | 0.50 | -23% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 102 | 9.8 | 0.64 | -11% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 52 | 5.0 | 0.74 | +44% |
| Public order | 50 | 4.8 | 0.72 | -18% |
| Other theft | 39 | 3.8 | 0.59 | -11% |
| Shoplifting | 38 | 3.7 | 0.44 | +23% |
| Vehicle crime | 22 | 2.1 | 0.43 | +0% |
| Burglary | 16 | 1.5 | 0.44 | +33% |
| Other crime | 15 | 1.4 | 0.68 | -12% |
| Drugs | 7 | 0.7 | 0.21 | +0% |
| Possession of weapons | 7 | 0.7 | 0.69 | -30% |
| Robbery | 2 | 0.2 | 0.14 | +100% |
| Theft from the person | 1 | 0.1 | 0.06 | -67% |
Violence and sexual offences in Billingshurst, Horsham
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Billingshurst, Horsham recorded 178 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (17.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and down 23% on the year before. It made up 33.6% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Billingshurst, Horsham
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Billingshurst, Horsham recorded 102 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (9.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 11% on the year before. It made up 19.3% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Billingshurst, Horsham
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Billingshurst, Horsham recorded 52 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and up 44% on the year before. It made up 9.8% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Billingshurst, Horsham
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Billingshurst, Horsham recorded 50 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 18% on the year before. It made up 9.5% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Billingshurst, Horsham
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Billingshurst, Horsham recorded 39 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 11% on the year before. It made up 7.4% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Billingshurst, Horsham
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Billingshurst, Horsham recorded 38 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 23% on the year before. It made up 7.2% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Billingshurst, Horsham
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Billingshurst, Horsham recorded 22 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 4.2% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Billingshurst, Horsham
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Billingshurst, Horsham recorded 16 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 33% on the year before. It made up 3.0% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Billingshurst, Horsham
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Billingshurst, Horsham recorded 15 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and down 12% on the year before. It made up 2.8% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Billingshurst, Horsham
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Billingshurst, Horsham recorded 7 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 1.3% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Billingshurst, Horsham
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Billingshurst, Horsham recorded 7 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and down 30% on the year before. It made up 1.3% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Billingshurst, Horsham
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Billingshurst, Horsham recorded 2 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 100% on the year before. It made up 0.4% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Billingshurst, Horsham
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Billingshurst, Horsham recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and down 67% on the year before. It made up 0.2% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Billingshurst, Horsham, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Billingshurst, Horsham.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Billingshurst, Horsham |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwater South & Shipley | 408 | 49.8 | -2% |
| Itchingfield, Slinfold & Warnham | 343 | 59.7 | +17% |
| Southwater North | 188 | 28.2 | -45% |
| Rudgwick | 92 | 30.0 | -41% |
| Broadbridge Heath | 361 | 55.8 | +10% |
| Pulborough, Coldwaltham & Amberley | 451 | 55.0 | +8% |
| West Chiltington, Thakeham & Ashington | 267 | 30.7 | -40% |
| Denne | 1,894 | 182.5 | +258% |
Police.uk records each crime at an approximate location, usually the centre of a nearby street or a landmark, to protect victims' privacy. These are the locations with the most reports in Billingshurst, Horsham over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Parking Area | 43 |
| On or near Jengers Mead | 28 |
| On or near Pond Close | 19 |
| On or near Oaklands | 18 |
| On or near Station Road | 16 |
| On or near Newbridge Road | 15 |
| On or near Clevelands | 15 |
| On or near Myrtle Lane | 15 |
| On or near Arun Road | 13 |
| On or near Daux Road | 12 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Billingshurst, Horsham over the 12 months to July 2026. Many cases are still open when the data is published, and anti-social behaviour has no outcome recorded, so these shares change as investigations finish.
| Outcome | Crimes | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 211 | 39.9% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 114 | 21.6% |
| Not recorded | 102 | 19.3% |
| Under investigation | 41 | 7.8% |
| Local resolution | 14 | 2.6% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 13 | 2.5% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 11 | 2.1% |
| Status update unavailable | 10 | 1.9% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 5 | 0.9% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 3 | 0.6% |
| Court result unavailable | 3 | 0.6% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.2% |
Billingshurst, Horsham has an estimated population of 10,393. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Billingshurst, Horsham sits in decile 7.9, less deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Billingshurst, Horsham |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 20.0% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 61.4% |
| Aged 65 and over | 18.6% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 73.5% |
| Social rented homes | 14.3% |
| Private rented homes | 12.2% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 7.9 |
Is Billingshurst, Horsham a safe place to live?
Billingshurst, Horsham recorded 50.9 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4. Crime is concentrated in a small number of places within most areas, often busy centres and transport hubs, so the rate for a single street can differ a lot from the area as a whole.
What is the most common crime in Billingshurst, Horsham?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 178 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (102).
Is crime in Billingshurst, Horsham going up or down?
Recorded crime in Billingshurst, Horsham was down 11% on the year before: 529 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 592 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Billingshurst, Horsham?
Billingshurst, Horsham is policed by Sussex. Non-emergency crimes can be reported online to the force or by calling 101; in an emergency call 999.
How are these crime rates calculated?
Each rate is the number of crimes recorded by the police in the 12 months to July 2026, divided by the resident population and multiplied by 1,000. Crime data is from data.police.uk and population estimates are from the Office for National Statistics.
Figures are police-recorded crime published on data.police.uk, covering August 2017 to July 2026. Each crime is counted in the small area (LSOA) where it was recorded and added up to Billingshurst, Horsham. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.