Crime Rate in Hangleton and Knoll: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Hangleton and Knoll

The total recorded crimes in Hangleton and Knoll, Brighton and Hove, UK in May 2025 are around 123 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Hangleton and Knoll crime rate of 2.66 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 Hangleton and Knoll, encompassing approximately 46,305 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (52) incidents (18.18% increase)
  • Other theft: (17) incidents (41.67% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (14) incidents (40.00% increase)
Hangleton and Knoll Crime Hotspots

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

  • Supermarket with total crimes: 12
  • Marshall Way with total crimes: 12
  • Supermarket with total crimes: 9

How safe is Hangleton and Knoll?

To understand the safety of Hangleton and Knoll, we need to analyze Hangleton and Knoll crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to Brighton and Hove:

    • In 2024, Hangleton and Knoll demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Brighton and Hove average, with 1256 crimes compared to 1778.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Hangleton and Knoll witnessed more crimes than 13 out of 20 other areas in the Brighton and Hove.

    • In 2023, Hangleton and Knoll had fewer crimes than the Brighton and Hove average, with 1,271 crimes compared to 1,367. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Furthermore, Hangleton and Knoll witnessed more crimes than 14 out of 20 other areas in the Brighton and Hove.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Brighton and Hove, Hangleton and Knoll has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

    • The trend in crime rates suggests Positive changes in overall safety.

Hangleton and Knoll Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Hangleton and Knoll has recorded 123 crimes with crime rate of 2.66 ranking 8th out of 20 in the Brighton and Hove, UK

In 2024, the total Hangleton and Knoll crimes were 1,256. The crime rate of Hangleton and Knoll in 2024 was 27.12 (year) or 2.26 (month) ranking it 8 dangerous area in the Brighton and Hove.

In 2023, the total crimes in Hangleton and Knoll were around 1,271 crimes with yearly crime rate of 27.45 (year) or 2.29 (month) ranking 7 most dangerous area in the Brighton and Hove.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Hangleton and Knoll)CrimesRank (Hangleton and Knoll)CrimesRank (Hangleton and Knoll)
St. Peter's and North Laine543 16,625 15,079 1
Regency480 26,540 24,631 2
Queen's Park309 34,097 33,037 3
East Brighton239 42,498 41,876 4
Hollingdean and Stanmer158 51,770 51,368 5
Central Hove137 61,490 61,280 6
Patcham110 91,290 7863 12
Moulsecoomb and Bevendean125 71,221 101,068 8
Brunswick and Adelaide89 141,158 12958 9
South Portslade90 131,234 9832 13
Hanover and Elm Grove100 101,100 13958 10
Goldsmid77 151,031 14866 11
Rottingdean Coastal97 121,172 11819 14
Withdean99 11633 20569 18
Preston Park68 17729 17704 15
Wish67 18779 15602 16
Hove Park68 16774 16523 19
North Portslade60 19706 19596 17
Westbourne52 21721 18466 20
Woodingdean53 20507 21346 21

Hangleton and Knoll Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (52 incidents), followed by Other theft also remained a significant concern (17 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (44 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (12 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (60 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (16 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 56 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 14 incidents.

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 44 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 14 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (32 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (15 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (27 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (15 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (22 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (16 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (47 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (16 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 43 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 15 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (72 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (56 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (55 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (17 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 201 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 16.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 56 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202514
April 202510
March 202516
February 20259
December 202414
November 20246
October 202412
September 202416
August 202416
July 202415
June 202456
May 202417

A total of 125 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.42 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 17 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202517
April 202512
March 20259
February 202514
December 202413
November 202411
October 20248
September 20246
August 202410
July 20245
June 202414
May 20246

A total of 554 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 46.17 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 72 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202552
April 202544
March 202560
February 202556
December 202444
November 202432
October 202427
September 202422
August 202447
July 202443
June 202472
May 202455

A total of 91 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.58 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20259
April 202511
March 20253
February 20258
December 20246
November 20246
October 20246
September 20249
August 20244
July 20249
June 202416
May 20244

A total of 46 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.83 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20253
March 20253
February 20251
December 20244
November 20247
October 20244
September 20242
August 20242
July 20242
June 202414
May 20241

A total of 49 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.90 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
March 20253
February 20257
December 20244
November 20246
October 20246
September 20241
August 20245
June 202410
May 20244

A total of 107 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.92 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20259
April 202512
March 20256
February 202510
December 20248
November 20247
October 20246
September 202410
August 202411
July 20248
June 202410
May 202410

A total of 8 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.14 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
March 20251
February 20252
October 20241
August 20241
July 20241

A total of 43 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.58 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20253
March 20253
February 20257
December 20245
November 20244
October 20242
September 20241
August 20243
July 20243
June 20248
May 20242

A total of 101 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.42 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202510
April 20255
March 202514
February 202511
December 202411
November 202415
October 202415
September 20245
August 20245
July 20242
June 20246
May 20242

A total of 34 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.83 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20253
March 20252
February 20255
December 20246
November 20243
October 20243
September 20243
August 20241
July 20241
June 20244
May 20242

A total of 2 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
July 20241

A total of 7 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
March 20253
February 20251
October 20241
July 20241

A total of 6 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20241
July 20242
June 20242
May 20241

High Crime Locations Hangleton and Knoll in May 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Hangleton and Knoll postcode area is presented below.

1. Supermarket (Map)
Total12
Shoplifting7
Violence and sexual offences4
Criminal damage and arson1
2. Marshall Way (Map)
Total12
Violence and sexual offences8
Public order2
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
3. Supermarket (Map)
Total9
Other theft2
Shoplifting2
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Drugs1
Vehicle crime1
4. St Peter'S Close (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences4
Other crime1
5. Godwin Road (Map)
Total5
Public order2
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
6. Stapley Road (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Drugs1
7. Bellingham Crescent (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Robbery1
8. Florence Avenue (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences2
9. Kingston Close (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
10. Petrol Station (Map)
Total4
Other theft3
Violence and sexual offences1

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