Crime in Cowfold, Shermanbury & West Grinstead: statistics, rates and trends
194 crimes were recorded in Cowfold, Shermanbury & West Grinstead in the 12 months to July 2026, 35.2 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 5% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Cowfold, Shermanbury & West Grinstead at a glance
- Crime trends in Cowfold, Shermanbury & West Grinstead
- Types of crime in Cowfold, Shermanbury & West Grinstead
- Cowfold, Shermanbury & West Grinstead compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Cowfold, Shermanbury & West Grinstead
- What happened after crimes were reported in Cowfold, Shermanbury & West Grinstead
- Population and deprivation in Cowfold, Shermanbury & West Grinstead
- Questions about crime in Cowfold, Shermanbury & West Grinstead
- About this data
194 crimes were recorded in Cowfold, Shermanbury & West Grinstead in the 12 months to July 2026, 35.2 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 5% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 68 reports (35% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Cowfold, Shermanbury & West Grinstead has the 3,628th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Cowfold, Shermanbury & West Grinstead | Horsham | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 194 | 8,524 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 35.2 | 56.3 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +5% | +1% | -1% |
| Population | 5,510 | 151,521 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Cowfold, Shermanbury & West Grinstead was highest in the year to July 2020 (251 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2018 (178). Over the whole period it rose 9%, 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 | 194 | 35.2 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 185 | 33.6 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 228 | 41.4 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 196 | 35.6 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 191 | 34.7 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 208 | 37.7 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 251 | 45.6 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 234 | 42.5 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 178 | 32.3 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 20 |
| June 2026 | 13 |
| May 2026 | 18 |
| April 2026 | 15 |
| March 2026 | 8 |
| February 2026 | 10 |
| January 2026 | 18 |
| December 2025 | 19 |
| November 2025 | 15 |
| October 2025 | 17 |
| September 2025 | 20 |
| August 2025 | 21 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Cowfold, Shermanbury & West Grinstead 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 violence and sexual offences (+28%). The largest falls were in vehicle crime (-78%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 68 | 12.3 | 0.36 | +28% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 29 | 5.3 | 0.34 | +0% |
| Public order | 21 | 3.8 | 0.57 | +91% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 19 | 3.4 | 0.51 | +46% |
| Burglary | 18 | 3.3 | 0.92 | +64% |
| Other theft | 18 | 3.3 | 0.51 | -5% |
| Drugs | 6 | 1.1 | 0.33 | n/a |
| Vehicle crime | 6 | 1.1 | 0.22 | -78% |
| Shoplifting | 5 | 0.9 | 0.11 | -55% |
| Other crime | 2 | 0.4 | 0.17 | -75% |
| Possession of weapons | 2 | 0.4 | 0.37 | +0% |
Violence and sexual offences in Cowfold, Shermanbury & West Grinstead
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Cowfold, Shermanbury & West Grinstead recorded 68 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (12.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 28% on the year before. It made up 35.1% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Cowfold, Shermanbury & West Grinstead
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Cowfold, Shermanbury & West Grinstead recorded 29 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 14.9% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Cowfold, Shermanbury & West Grinstead
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Cowfold, Shermanbury & West Grinstead recorded 21 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and up 91% on the year before. It made up 10.8% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Cowfold, Shermanbury & West Grinstead
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Cowfold, Shermanbury & West Grinstead recorded 19 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and up 46% on the year before. It made up 9.8% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Cowfold, Shermanbury & West Grinstead
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Cowfold, Shermanbury & West Grinstead recorded 18 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.3 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 64% on the year before. It made up 9.3% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Cowfold, Shermanbury & West Grinstead
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Cowfold, Shermanbury & West Grinstead recorded 18 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 5% on the year before. It made up 9.3% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Cowfold, Shermanbury & West Grinstead
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Cowfold, Shermanbury & West Grinstead recorded 6 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and with no comparable figure for the year before. It made up 3.1% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Cowfold, Shermanbury & West Grinstead
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Cowfold, Shermanbury & West Grinstead recorded 6 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 78% on the year before. It made up 3.1% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Cowfold, Shermanbury & West Grinstead
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Cowfold, Shermanbury & West Grinstead recorded 5 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 55% on the year before. It made up 2.6% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Cowfold, Shermanbury & West Grinstead
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Cowfold, Shermanbury & West Grinstead recorded 2 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and down 75% on the year before. It made up 1.0% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Cowfold, Shermanbury & West Grinstead
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Cowfold, Shermanbury & West Grinstead recorded 2 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 1.0% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Cowfold, Shermanbury & West Grinstead, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Cowfold, Shermanbury & West Grinstead.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Cowfold, Shermanbury & West Grinstead |
|---|---|---|---|
| Henfield | 323 | 54.7 | +55% |
| Nuthurst & Lower Beeding | 101 | 32.1 | -9% |
| Southwater South & Shipley | 408 | 49.8 | +41% |
| Southwater North | 188 | 28.2 | -20% |
| Bramber, Upper Beeding & Woodmancote | 194 | 36.4 | +3% |
| Steyning & Ashurst | 219 | 36.1 | +2% |
| Forest | 372 | 41.4 | +18% |
| Denne | 1,894 | 182.5 | +418% |
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 Cowfold, Shermanbury & West Grinstead over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Supermarket | 17 |
| On or near Fryland Lane | 10 |
| On or near Yew Tree Close | 9 |
| On or near Kentstreet Lane | 8 |
| On or near Sake Ride Lane | 8 |
| On or near The Green | 8 |
| On or near Kennel Lane | 7 |
| On or near Mercers Mead | 7 |
| On or near Alley Groves | 6 |
| On or near Fairfield Cottages | 6 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Cowfold, Shermanbury & West Grinstead 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 | 80 | 41.2% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 52 | 26.8% |
| Not recorded | 29 | 14.9% |
| Under investigation | 14 | 7.2% |
| Local resolution | 11 | 5.7% |
| Court result unavailable | 2 | 1.0% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 2 | 1.0% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 2 | 1.0% |
| Status update unavailable | 1 | 0.5% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.5% |
Cowfold, Shermanbury & West Grinstead has an estimated population of 5,510. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Cowfold, Shermanbury & West Grinstead sits in decile 6.9, less deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Cowfold, Shermanbury & West Grinstead |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 14.6% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 58.2% |
| Aged 65 and over | 27.2% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 79.7% |
| Social rented homes | 6.9% |
| Private rented homes | 13.4% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 6.9 |
Is Cowfold, Shermanbury & West Grinstead a safe place to live?
Cowfold, Shermanbury & West Grinstead recorded 35.2 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 Cowfold, Shermanbury & West Grinstead?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 68 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (29).
Is crime in Cowfold, Shermanbury & West Grinstead going up or down?
Recorded crime in Cowfold, Shermanbury & West Grinstead was up 5% on the year before: 194 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 185 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Cowfold, Shermanbury & West Grinstead?
Cowfold, Shermanbury & West Grinstead 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 Cowfold, Shermanbury & West Grinstead. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.