Crime Rate in Crawley: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Crawley

The total recorded crimes in Crawley, UK in March 2025 are around 1,392 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Crawley crime rate of 11.75 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 Crawley, encompassing approximately 118,492 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (477) incidents (35.51% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (183) incidents (8.28% increase)
  • Shoplifting: (162) incidents (-11.48% decrease)
Crawley Crime Hotspots

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

  • Supermarket with total crimes: 57
  • Shopping Area with total crimes: 37
  • Parking Area with total crimes: 30

Crawley Police Info:

Sussex Police

How safe is Crawley?

To understand the safety of Crawley, we need to analyze Crawley crime statistics in relation to both national and regional averages. This report will examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to the UK:

    • Crawley has recorded 17,977 crimes in the current year, resulting in a crime rate of 151.71 per 1,000 residents. This places it at rank 30 out of 331 in the UK, indicating it is more dangerous than average.

    • Yearly trends show that in the previous year, the city recorded 13,941 crimes with a crime rate of 117.65, ranking it 72 in the UK. This an increase in crime suggests Negative changes.

  • Relative to West Sussex:

    • In 2024, Crawley reported a higher crime volume than the West Sussex average, with 17,977 crimes compared to 11,987. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Additionally, Crawley recorded fewer crimes than 6 out of 6 other cities.

    • In 2023, Crawley experienced a greater number of crimes than the West Sussex average, with 13,941 crimes compared to 9,307. This indicates a higher crime burden for the city in the region during this period. Additionally, Crawley recorded fewer crimes than 6 out of 6 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Based on the available data, Crawley is considered more dangerous compared to the national averages.

    • Compared to other cities in West Sussex, Crawley has a higher crime rate in 2024.

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

Crawley Crime Analysis: Ward & Area

The difference in crime rates between the most dangerous ward, Northgate & West Green (351 crimes), and the safest, Furnace Green (30 crimes), is 321 crimes. This noticeable difference indicates a clear disparity in safety across Crawley.

Similarly, the area of Manor Royal & Northgate (322 crimes) reports a significantly higher crime count compared to Maidenbower East & Worth (19 crimes), with a difference of 303 crimes. This noticeable difference highlights the diverse crime landscape within Crawley.

Most Dangerous Wards:

Northgate & West Green351
Langley Green & Tushmore275
Bewbush & North Broadfield157
Three Bridges112
Ifield94

Safest Wards:

Tilgate56
Pound Hill South & Worth39
Gossops Green & North East Broadfield36
Maidenbower32
Furnace Green30

Most Dangerous Areas:

Manor Royal & Northgate322
Langley Green & Gatwick Airport275
Ewhurst & West Green129
Bewbush123
Southgate90

Safest Areas:

Broadfield East68
Ifield & Gossops Green54
Maidenbower West & Furnace Green45
Broadfield West44
Maidenbower East & Worth19

Crawley Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Crawley has recorded 1,392 crimes with crime rate of 11.75 ranking 12097th out of 331 in the UK and ranked 8 out 331 in terms of total crimes and 8 in terms of crime rate in West Sussex.

In 2024, the total Crawley crimes were 17,977. The crime rate of Crawley in 2024 was 151.71 (year) or 12.64 (month) ranking it 30 danzarous in the UK. Crawley ranked 1 in terms of total crimes and 1 in terms of crime rate in West Sussex.

In 2023, the total crimes in Crawley were around 13,941 crimes with yearly crime rate of 117.65 (year) or 9.80 (month) ranking 72 out 331 most dangerous city in the UK. As compared to neighboring cities in West Sussex, Crawley ranked 1 out 331 in terms of total crimes or 1 as per crime rate of Crawley

CityMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (West Sussex)CrimesRank (West Sussex)CrimesRank (West Sussex)
Horsham749 79,672 77,499 7
Mid Sussex896 611,177 68,190 6
Chichester901 510,251 57,627 5
Arun1,306 415,518 411,814 4
Adur527 36,634 35,775 3
Worthing1,037 212,678 210,305 2

Crawley Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (477 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (183 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 352 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 183 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (10 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 440 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 132 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (375 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (141 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (464 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (144 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (382 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (157 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (453 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (192 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 464 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 236 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (1086 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (352 cases).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 128 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 14.22 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 34 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202510
February 20255
December 202412
November 202410
October 202411
September 202414
August 202419
July 202413
June 202434

A total of 119 Robbery incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 13.22 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 36 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 202511
December 202412
November 20248
October 202411
September 202411
August 202416
July 20249
June 202436

A total of 798 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 88.67 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 180 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202572
February 202572
December 202474
November 202489
October 202472
September 202468
August 202483
July 202488
June 2024180

A total of 526 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 58.44 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 116 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202550
February 202536
December 202441
November 202447
October 202460
September 202448
August 202463
July 202465
June 2024116

A total of 508 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 50.80 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 96 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202550
February 202529
January 20251
December 202445
November 202466
October 202476
September 202447
August 202442
July 202456
June 202496

A total of 1493 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 165.89 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 350 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 2025162
February 2025183
December 202476
November 2024113
October 2024144
September 2024113
August 2024164
July 2024188
June 2024350

A total of 1091 Other theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 121.22 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 238 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 2025105
February 202577
December 202496
November 2024115
October 2024104
September 202488
August 2024131
July 2024137
June 2024238

A total of 4503 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 450.30 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 1086 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 2025477
February 2025352
January 202510
December 2024440
November 2024375
October 2024464
September 2024382
August 2024453
July 2024464
June 20241086

A total of 1689 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 187.67 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 352 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 2025183
February 2025169
December 2024132
November 2024126
October 2024142
September 2024157
August 2024192
July 2024236
June 2024352

A total of 311 Burglary incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 31.10 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 58 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202526
February 202518
January 20251
December 202431
November 202458
October 202455
September 202432
August 202428
July 202426
June 202436

A total of 445 Drugs incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 49.44 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 61 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202550
February 202556
December 202445
November 202461
October 202443
September 202446
August 202444
July 202440
June 202460

A total of 297 Other crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 29.70 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 60 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202538
February 202533
January 20251
December 202437
November 202424
October 202425
September 202425
August 202421
July 202433
June 202460

A total of 1242 Public order incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 124.20 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 246 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 2025149
February 202592
January 20257
December 202495
November 2024141
October 2024129
September 2024104
August 2024148
July 2024131
June 2024246

A total of 180 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 18.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 36 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202515
February 202511
January 20251
December 202416
November 202413
October 202422
September 202421
August 202423
July 202422
June 202436

High Crime Locations Crawley in March 2025

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

1. Supermarket (Map)
Total57
Shoplifting34
Public order23
2. Shopping Area (Map)
Total37
Possession of weapons13
Shoplifting8
Theft from the person4
Other theft4
Violence and sexual offences3
Public order2
Other crime2
Drugs1
3. Parking Area (Map)
Total30
Violence and sexual offences8
Shoplifting6
Other theft5
Anti-social behaviour4
Public order3
Possession of weapons2
Vehicle crime1
Theft from the person1
4. Parking Area (Map)
Total28
Shoplifting16
Violence and sexual offences5
Drugs2
Anti-social behaviour2
Public order1
Other theft1
Criminal damage and arson1
5. Parking Area (Map)
Total26
Shoplifting14
Violence and sexual offences5
Anti-social behaviour3
Drugs2
Criminal damage and arson1
Burglary1
6. Poles Lane (Map)
Total25
Violence and sexual offences14
Drugs6
Public order4
Theft from the person1

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