Crime Rate in Plumpton, Streat, East Chiltington & St John: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Plumpton, Streat, East Chiltington & St John

The total recorded crimes in Plumpton, Streat, East Chiltington & St John, Lewes, UK in March 2025 are around 12 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Plumpton, Streat, East Chiltington & St John crime rate of 18.70 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 Plumpton, Streat, East Chiltington & St John, encompassing approximately 641 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (6) incidents (-33.33% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (3) incidents (-70.00% decrease)
  • Possession of weapons: (3) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Plumpton, Streat, East Chiltington & St John Crime Hotspots

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

  • St. Helena Lane with total crimes: 3
  • Kent'S Lane with total crimes: 3
  • Ashurst Lane with total crimes: 3

How safe is Plumpton, Streat, East Chiltington & St John?

To understand the safety of Plumpton, Streat, East Chiltington & St John, we need to analyze Plumpton, Streat, East Chiltington & St John crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to Lewes:

    • In 2024, Plumpton, Streat, East Chiltington & St John demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Lewes average, with 227 crimes compared to 390.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Plumpton, Streat, East Chiltington & St John recorded fewer crimes than 14 out of 20 other cities.

    • In 2023, Plumpton, Streat, East Chiltington & St John had fewer crimes than the Lewes average, with 210 crimes compared to 305. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Plumpton, Streat, East Chiltington & St John recorded fewer crimes than 13 out of 20 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Lewes, Plumpton, Streat, East Chiltington & St John has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Plumpton, Streat, East Chiltington & St John Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Plumpton, Streat, East Chiltington & St John has recorded 12 crimes with crime rate of 18.70 ranking 18th out of 20 in the Lewes, UK

In 2024, the total Plumpton, Streat, East Chiltington & St John crimes were 227. The crime rate of Plumpton, Streat, East Chiltington & St John in 2024 was 353.69 (year) or 29.47 (month) ranking it 15 dangerous area in the Lewes.

In 2023, the total crimes in Plumpton, Streat, East Chiltington & St John were around 210 crimes with yearly crime rate of 327.20 (year) or 27.27 (month) ranking 14 most dangerous area in the Lewes.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Lewes)CrimesRank (Lewes)CrimesRank (Lewes)
Newhaven South81 11,084 1812 1
Lewes Bridge56 4811 3718 2
Lewes Priory57 3855 2604 3
Peacehaven West65 2353 12324 6
Newhaven North50 5667 4562 4
East Saltdean & Telscombe Cliffs46 6466 6363 5
Seaford Central37 8478 5307 9
Lewes Castle29 12319 13314 7
Ouse Valley & Ringmer41 7456 7310 8
Kingston33 10390 8285 11
Peacehaven East37 9372 9302 10
Seaford South29 11370 10260 13
Peacehaven North22 13369 11265 12
Seaford East17 15246 14142 16
Chailey, Barcombe & Hamsey20 14197 16181 15
Seaford West15 16137 18101 18
Seaford North12 17147 17135 17
Ditchling & Westmeston8 19105 1984 19
Wivelsfield5 2084 2079 20
Newick3 2151 2148 21

Plumpton, Streat, East Chiltington & St John Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (6 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 10 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

December 2024 crime data shows Other crime saw the largest number of reported crimes with 6 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 1 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Burglary (3 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (1 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (9 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (7 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Other crime were the most frequent (3 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (1 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Burglary (6 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (4 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 6 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (26 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (12 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (13 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (8 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (6 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other theft (6 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 67 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 8.38 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 202510
November 20241
October 20247
July 20246
June 202426
May 20248
April 20246

A total of 56 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 5.60 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20259
December 20241
November 20241
October 20249
August 20244
July 20244
June 20246
May 202413
April 20243

A total of 6 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
May 20243

A total of 8 Public order incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.67 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20253
August 20242
July 20243

A total of 15 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
November 20241
August 20241
June 202412

A total of 10 Other crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.33 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
December 20246
September 20243

A total of 20 Burglary incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 4.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20243
October 20243
August 20246
July 20244
April 20244

A total of 12 Other theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20241
July 20241
May 20244
April 20246

A total of 1 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20241

A total of 9 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 4.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20243
June 20246

High Crime Locations Plumpton, Streat, East Chiltington & St John in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Plumpton, Streat, East Chiltington & St John postcode area is presented below.

1. St. Helena Lane (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour3
2. Kent'S Lane (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
3. Ashurst Lane (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
4. Novington Lane (Map)
Total3
Possession of weapons3

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