Crime Rate in Ouse Valley & Ringmer: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Ouse Valley & Ringmer

The total recorded crimes in Ouse Valley & Ringmer, Lewes, UK in May 2025 are around 47 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Ouse Valley & Ringmer crime rate of 28.06 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 Ouse Valley & Ringmer, encompassing approximately 1,674 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (21) incidents (61.54% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (7) incidents (75.00% increase)
  • Public order: (3) incidents (-40.00% decrease)
Ouse Valley & Ringmer Crime Hotspots

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

  • Delves Close with total crimes: 5
  • Bishop'S Close with total crimes: 4
  • Parking Area with total crimes: 3

How safe is Ouse Valley & Ringmer?

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

  • Relative to Lewes:

    • In 2024, Ouse Valley & Ringmer reported a higher crime volume than the Lewes average, with 456 crimes compared to 390. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Ouse Valley & Ringmer witnessed more crimes than 14 out of 20 other areas in the Lewes.

    • In 2023, Ouse Valley & Ringmer experienced a greater number of crimes than the Lewes average, with 310 crimes compared to 305. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Ouse Valley & Ringmer witnessed more crimes than 13 out of 20 other areas in the Lewes.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Lewes, Ouse Valley & Ringmer has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Ouse Valley & Ringmer Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Ouse Valley & Ringmer has recorded 47 crimes with crime rate of 28.06 ranking 5th out of 20 in the Lewes, UK

In 2024, the total Ouse Valley & Ringmer crimes were 456. The crime rate of Ouse Valley & Ringmer in 2024 was 272.29 (year) or 22.69 (month) ranking it 7 dangerous area in the Lewes.

In 2023, the total crimes in Ouse Valley & Ringmer were around 310 crimes with yearly crime rate of 185.11 (year) or 15.43 (month) ranking 8 most dangerous area in the Lewes.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Ouse Valley & Ringmer)CrimesRank (Ouse Valley & Ringmer)CrimesRank (Ouse Valley & Ringmer)
Newhaven South66 21,084 1812 1
Lewes Priory102 1855 2604 3
Lewes Bridge54 4811 3718 2
Peacehaven West60 3353 12324 6
Newhaven North47 6667 4562 4
East Saltdean & Telscombe Cliffs46 7466 6363 5
Seaford Central32 11478 5307 9
Lewes Castle31 13319 13314 7
Kingston36 10390 8285 11
Peacehaven East44 8372 9302 10
Peacehaven North39 9369 11265 12
Seaford South32 12370 10260 13
Plumpton, Streat, East Chiltington & St John28 14227 15210 14
Seaford East20 16246 14142 16
Chailey, Barcombe & Hamsey23 15197 16181 15
Seaford North10 19147 17135 17
Ditchling & Westmeston13 17105 1984 19
Seaford West11 18137 18101 18
Wivelsfield7 2084 2079 20
Newick7 2151 2148 21

Ouse Valley & Ringmer Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (21 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (7 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (13 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (5 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (16 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (5 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 12 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 10 incidents.

December 2024 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 9 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (17 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (9 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (9 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (8 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (7 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (4 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (10 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (7 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 16 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Shoplifting (14 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (12 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (15 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (10 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 46 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.18 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
March 20252
February 20254
December 20244
November 20246
October 20242
September 20242
August 20241
July 20244
June 202414
May 20246

A total of 40 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20255
March 20251
February 20253
October 20243
September 20244
August 20241
July 20245
June 20248
May 20247

A total of 14 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20252
March 20252
February 20253
November 20242
August 20242
July 20241

A total of 157 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 13.08 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 21 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202521
April 202513
March 202516
February 202512
December 20249
November 202417
October 20249
September 20247
August 202410
July 202416
June 202412
May 202415

A total of 22 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.44 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20253
March 20252
February 20252
December 20243
October 20241
September 20244
August 20242
July 20242

A total of 25 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
March 20252
February 20251
December 20243
November 20242
August 20241
July 20244
June 20248
May 20242

A total of 5 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
March 20251
December 20241
November 20241
September 20241

A total of 47 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.92 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20252
March 20255
February 20253
December 20242
November 20248
October 20241
September 20244
August 20245
July 20242
June 20242
May 202410

A total of 5 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
December 20241
November 20241

A total of 78 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.50 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20257
April 20254
March 20255
February 202510
December 20249
November 20249
October 20248
September 20244
August 20247
July 20244
June 20244
May 20247

A total of 41 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.73 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20251
March 20255
December 20244
November 20241
October 20242
September 20242
August 20243
July 20247
June 20248
May 20246

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

MonthCount
April 20251
September 20241

A total of 2 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
August 20241
July 20241

High Crime Locations Ouse Valley & Ringmer in May 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Ouse Valley & Ringmer postcode area is presented below.

1. Delves Close (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour3
Violence and sexual offences2
2. Bishop'S Close (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
3. Parking Area (Map)
Total3
Drugs1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Christie Avenue (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
5. St Martins Crescent (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. B2192 (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
7. Petrol Station (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Fairlight Field (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
9. The Martletts (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
10. Cottage Close (Map)
Total1
Shoplifting1

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