Is Arundel Safe?
Crime statistics for Arundel. Based on official UK Police data, updated December 2025.
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Crime Zone Map
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 423 total crimes recorded in Arundel
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Arundel — last 12 months
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View detailed crime data for each month in Arundel
Safest Areas Near Arundel
Highest-rated neighbourhoods closest to Arundel by safety score
Compare Arundel With Nearby Areas
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Arundel safe?
Arundel has a CrimeRadar safety score of 52/100, rated Average. A total of 423 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 0.2% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Crime levels in Arundel are broadly in line with the UK average.
How many crimes were recorded in Arundel in the last 12 months?
423 crimes were recorded in Arundel in the last 12 months, spanning all reported crime categories from violent crime to vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. This represents a decrease of 0.2% compared to the previous 12-month period (424 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 120 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Arundel?
The most common crime in Arundel is Violent Crime, with 120 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 28.4% of all reported crimes in the area. You can view a full breakdown of all crime categories, including anti-social behaviour, vehicle crime, and burglary, in the Crime by Category section on this page.
Is crime in Arundel increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Arundel is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 0.2% — from 424 crimes in the previous 12 months to 423 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Arundel?
Arundel has a safety score of 52 out of 100 (Average). CrimeRadar safety scores are calculated from crime volume, year-on-year trend, and crime resolution rate. A score of 85+ is Very Safe, 65–84 is Safe, 45–64 is Average, 25–44 is Below Average, and below 25 is High Crime.
How does Arundel compare to the Sussex Police average?
Arundel has a safety score of 52/100, while the Sussex Police force area average is 45/100. Arundel is safer than the force average. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.
What is the crime resolution rate in Arundel?
31.3% of crimes recorded in Arundel resulted in a formal outcome in the last 12 months. Formal outcomes include charges brought, cautions issued, fixed penalty notices, or other official resolutions recorded by Sussex Police. The national average outcome rate in England and Wales is typically 5–15% across most crime types. A higher rate suggests more effective local enforcement.
How much violent crime is there in Arundel?
120 violent crimes were recorded in Arundel in the last 12 months — representing 28.4% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 93 incidents. Violent crime encompasses assault, robbery, and related offences as classified by the UK Home Office. Data is sourced from official police reports submitted to data.police.uk.
When was the crime data for Arundel last updated?
The crime data for Arundel was last updated in December 2025. CrimeRadar sources all crime data directly from the official UK Police Data API, operated by the Home Office and published at data.police.uk under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Data is refreshed monthly and covers the most recent 36-month period. New monthly data is typically published with a 2-month lag.
How can I compare Arundel with other areas?
You can compare Arundel with any other UK neighbourhood or city using the CrimeRadar Compare tool. It shows side-by-side safety scores, crime volumes by category, year-on-year trends, and crime resolution rates. The Compare tool covers all 44 police force areas across England, Wales and Northern Ireland, with more than 4,000 built neighbourhoods available.