Crime Rate in Pound Hill North & Forge Wood: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Pound Hill North & Forge Wood

The total recorded crimes in Pound Hill North & Forge Wood, Crawley, UK in July 2025 are around 84 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Pound Hill North & Forge Wood crime rate of 6.29 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 Pound Hill North & Forge Wood, encompassing approximately 13,360 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (28) incidents (-15.15% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (22) incidents (46.67% increase)
  • Public order: (12) incidents (9.09% increase)
Pound Hill North & Forge Wood Crime Hotspots

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

  • Peeks Brook Lane with total crimes: 5
  • Crommock Street with total crimes: 5
  • Coach Road with total crimes: 4

How safe is Pound Hill North & Forge Wood?

To understand the safety of Pound Hill North & Forge Wood, we need to analyze Pound Hill North & Forge Wood crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to Crawley:

    • In 2024, Pound Hill North & Forge Wood demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Crawley average, with 883 crimes compared to 1383.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year.

    • In 2023, Pound Hill North & Forge Wood had fewer crimes than the Crawley average, with 550 crimes compared to 1,072. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Pound Hill North & Forge Wood recorded fewer crimes than 7 out of 12 other areas in the Crawley.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Crawley, Pound Hill North & Forge Wood has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Pound Hill North & Forge Wood Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Pound Hill North & Forge Wood has recorded 84 crimes with crime rate of 6.29 ranking 7th out of 12 in the Crawley, UK

In 2024, the total Pound Hill North & Forge Wood crimes were 883. The crime rate of Pound Hill North & Forge Wood in 2024 was 66.09 (year) or 5.51 (month) ranking it 7 dangerous area in the Crawley.

In 2023, the total crimes in Pound Hill North & Forge Wood were around 550 crimes with yearly crime rate of 41.17 (year) or 3.43 (month) ranking 8 most dangerous area in the Crawley.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Pound Hill North & Forge Wood)CrimesRank (Pound Hill North & Forge Wood)CrimesRank (Pound Hill North & Forge Wood)
Northgate & West Green326 14,639 13,659 1
Langley Green & Tushmore311 24,133 23,331 2
Three Bridges107 41,582 31,358 3
Bewbush & North Broadfield119 31,476 4953 5
Southgate103 51,084 5962 4
Broadfield102 61,072 6867 6
Ifield80 8811 8574 7
Tilgate58 9607 9509 9
Maidenbower43 12436 11330 10
Pound Hill South & Worth49 10503 10284 12
Gossops Green & North East Broadfield44 11423 12318 11
Furnace Green27 13328 13246 13

Pound Hill North & Forge Wood Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 28 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 22 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (33 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (15 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (25 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (21 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (19 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (19 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (27 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 22 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 13 incidents.

In January 2025, Public order recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 1

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 24 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (19 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (23 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (9 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (18 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (6 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (16 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (13 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 144 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 13.09 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202522
June 202515
May 202521
April 202519
March 202516
February 202513
December 20248
November 20245
October 20246
September 20246
August 202413

A total of 254 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 23.09 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 33 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202528
June 202533
May 202525
April 202519
March 202527
February 202522
December 202424
November 202419
October 202423
September 202418
August 202416

A total of 36 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.60 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20255
May 20256
April 20253
March 20251
February 20251
December 20245
November 20245
October 20243
August 20242

A total of 69 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.75 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202512
June 202511
May 20253
April 20255
March 20256
February 20257
January 20251
December 20245
November 20244
October 20244
September 20245
August 20246

A total of 49 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.45 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20256
May 20253
April 20253
March 20255
February 20252
December 20244
November 20243
October 20249
September 20245
August 20245

A total of 76 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.91 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20256
May 20255
April 20259
March 202513
February 202513
December 20247
November 20245
October 20246
September 20241
August 20246

A total of 57 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.70 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
May 202510
April 20258
March 20255
February 20255
December 20244
November 20243
October 20246
September 20242
August 20249

A total of 18 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.64 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

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

A total of 11 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.22 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20251
April 20252
February 20252
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
August 20241

A total of 5 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
April 20252
October 20241
September 20241

A total of 19 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.11 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20256
April 20255
March 20251
February 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20242
September 20241

A total of 3 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
April 20251
February 20251

A total of 7 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.17 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
February 20251
December 20242
October 20241
September 20241

A total of 19 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.38 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20252
February 20256
December 20241
November 20241
October 20243
September 20243
August 20241

High Crime Locations Pound Hill North & Forge Wood in July 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Pound Hill North & Forge Wood postcode area is presented below.

1. Peeks Brook Lane (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour3
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Crommock Street (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences2
Public order1
3. Coach Road (Map)
Total4
Other theft2
Drugs1
Vehicle crime1
4. Parking Area (Map)
Total4
Public order4
5. Geranium Close (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences2
6. Steers Lane (Map)
Total3
Drugs1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Petrol Station (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson1
Drugs1
Public order1
8. Blackheath (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Burglary1
9. Ullswater Road (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Ferndown (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Drugs1

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