Crime in Trafalgar: statistics, rates and trends
287 crimes were recorded in Trafalgar in the 12 months to July 2026, 45.6 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 5% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Trafalgar at a glance
- Crime trends in Trafalgar
- Types of crime in Trafalgar
- Trafalgar compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Trafalgar
- What happened after crimes were reported in Trafalgar
- Population and deprivation in Trafalgar
- Questions about crime in Trafalgar
- About this data
287 crimes were recorded in Trafalgar in the 12 months to July 2026, 45.6 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 5% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 103 reports (36% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Trafalgar has the 3,221st highest crime rate.
| Measure | Trafalgar | Horsham | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 287 | 8,524 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 45.6 | 56.3 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -5% | +1% | -1% |
| Population | 6,293 | 151,521 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Trafalgar was highest in the year to July 2024 (330 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2018 (225). Over the whole period it rose 28%, 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 | 287 | 45.6 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 301 | 47.8 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 330 | 52.4 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 298 | 47.4 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 262 | 41.6 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 316 | 50.2 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 298 | 47.4 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 281 | 44.7 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 225 | 35.8 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 30 |
| June 2026 | 31 |
| May 2026 | 29 |
| April 2026 | 37 |
| March 2026 | 29 |
| February 2026 | 18 |
| January 2026 | 19 |
| December 2025 | 20 |
| November 2025 | 21 |
| October 2025 | 17 |
| September 2025 | 18 |
| August 2025 | 18 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Trafalgar 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 anti-social behaviour (+63%).
The largest falls were in vehicle crime (-77%) and public order (-48%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 103 | 16.4 | 0.48 | +5% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 98 | 15.6 | 1.02 | +63% |
| Other theft | 16 | 2.5 | 0.40 | +7% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 15 | 2.4 | 0.35 | -17% |
| Burglary | 13 | 2.1 | 0.58 | +8% |
| Public order | 13 | 2.1 | 0.31 | -48% |
| Shoplifting | 12 | 1.9 | 0.23 | +0% |
| Drugs | 5 | 0.8 | 0.24 | -74% |
| Vehicle crime | 5 | 0.8 | 0.16 | -77% |
| Possession of weapons | 3 | 0.5 | 0.49 | -62% |
| Bicycle theft | 2 | 0.3 | 0.39 | +100% |
| Other crime | 1 | 0.2 | 0.08 | -80% |
| Robbery | 1 | 0.2 | 0.12 | -80% |
Violence and sexual offences in Trafalgar
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Trafalgar recorded 103 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (16.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 5% on the year before. It made up 35.9% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Trafalgar
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Trafalgar recorded 98 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (15.6 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 63% on the year before. It made up 34.1% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Trafalgar
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Trafalgar recorded 16 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and up 7% on the year before. It made up 5.6% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Trafalgar
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Trafalgar recorded 15 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 17% on the year before. It made up 5.2% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Trafalgar
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Trafalgar recorded 13 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 8% on the year before. It made up 4.5% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Trafalgar
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Trafalgar recorded 13 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 48% on the year before. It made up 4.5% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Trafalgar
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Trafalgar recorded 12 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 4.2% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Trafalgar
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Trafalgar recorded 5 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 74% on the year before. It made up 1.7% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Trafalgar
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Trafalgar recorded 5 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 77% on the year before. It made up 1.7% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Trafalgar
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Trafalgar recorded 3 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and down 62% on the year before. It made up 1.0% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Trafalgar
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Trafalgar recorded 2 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and up 100% on the year before. It made up 0.7% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Trafalgar
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Trafalgar recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and down 80% on the year before. It made up 0.3% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Trafalgar
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Trafalgar recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and down 80% on the year before. It made up 0.3% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Trafalgar, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Trafalgar.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Trafalgar |
|---|---|---|---|
| Denne | 1,894 | 182.5 | +300% |
| Holbrook West | 576 | 73.7 | +62% |
| Forest | 372 | 41.4 | -9% |
| Broadbridge Heath | 361 | 55.8 | +22% |
| Holbrook East | 235 | 39.5 | -13% |
| Roffey North | 248 | 39.2 | -14% |
| Roffey South | 370 | 56.9 | +25% |
| Itchingfield, Slinfold & Warnham | 343 | 59.7 | +31% |
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 Trafalgar over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Barnes Mews | 48 |
| On or near B2237 | 27 |
| On or near Springfield Road | 18 |
| On or near Kings Gate | 15 |
| On or near Richmond Mews | 14 |
| On or near Rookwood Park | 11 |
| On or near Rushams Road | 11 |
| On or near Redford Avenue | 10 |
| On or near Caterways | 9 |
| On or near Eyles Close | 9 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Trafalgar 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Not recorded | 98 | 34.1% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 84 | 29.3% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 73 | 25.4% |
| Under investigation | 7 | 2.4% |
| Local resolution | 7 | 2.4% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 7 | 2.4% |
| Status update unavailable | 6 | 2.1% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 3 | 1.0% |
| Offender given a caution | 2 | 0.7% |
Trafalgar has an estimated population of 6,293. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Trafalgar sits in decile 9.3, less deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Trafalgar |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 17.9% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 57.0% |
| Aged 65 and over | 25.1% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 75.2% |
| Social rented homes | 10.1% |
| Private rented homes | 14.5% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 9.3 |
Is Trafalgar a safe place to live?
Trafalgar recorded 45.6 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 Trafalgar?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 103 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (98).
Is crime in Trafalgar going up or down?
Recorded crime in Trafalgar was down 5% on the year before: 287 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 301 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Trafalgar?
Trafalgar 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 Trafalgar. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.