Crime Rate in Mid Sussex: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Mid Sussex

The total recorded crimes in Mid Sussex, UK in March 2025 are around 896 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Mid Sussex crime rate of 5.87 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 Mid Sussex, encompassing approximately 152,566 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (314) incidents (29.22% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (154) incidents (52.48% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (87) incidents (8.75% increase)
Mid Sussex Crime Hotspots

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

  • Church Lane with total crimes: 24
  • Border Chase with total crimes: 21
  • Gatehouse Lane with total crimes: 19

Mid Sussex Police Info:

Sussex Police

How safe is Mid Sussex?

To understand the safety of Mid Sussex, we need to analyze Mid Sussex 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:

    • Mid Sussex has recorded 11,177 crimes in the current year, resulting in a crime rate of 73.26 per 1,000 residents. This places it at rank 244 out of 331 in the UK, indicating it is safer than average.

    • Yearly trends show that in the previous year, the city recorded 8,190 crimes with a crime rate of 53.68, ranking it 297 in the UK. This an increase in crime suggests Negative changes.

  • Relative to West Sussex:

    • In 2024, Mid Sussex demonstrated a lower crime volume than the West Sussex average, with 11177 crimes compared to 11987.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year.

    • In 2023, Mid Sussex had fewer crimes than the West Sussex average, with 8,190 crimes compared to 9,307. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the city within the region that year.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Based on the available data, Mid Sussex is considered safer compared to the national averages.

    • Compared to other cities in West Sussex, Mid Sussex has a lower crime rate in 2024.

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

Mid Sussex Crime Analysis: Ward & Area

The difference in crime rates between the most dangerous ward, Hurstpierpoint and Downs (126 crimes), and the safest, Ashurst Wood (2 crimes), is 124 crimes. This measurable difference indicates a some disparity in safety across Mid Sussex.

Similarly, the area of Hurstpierpoint & Bolney (135 crimes) reports a significantly higher crime count compared to Haywards Heath North East (17 crimes), with a difference of 118 crimes. This measurable difference highlights the diverse crime landscape within Mid Sussex.

Most Dangerous Wards:

Hurstpierpoint and Downs126
East Grinstead Town77
Burgess Hill Meeds59
Haywards Heath Heath50
Burgess Hill St Andrews49

Safest Wards:

Bolney16
East Grinstead Herontye11
High Weald10
Lindfield10
Ashurst Wood2

Most Dangerous Areas:

Hurstpierpoint & Bolney135
East Grinstead Central & North108
Burgess Hill Central95
Haywards Heath West91
Haywards Heath South & Cuckfield66

Safest Areas:

Haywards Heath East30
Burgess Hill West24
East Grinstead East20
Horsted Keynes, Ardingly & Sharpthorne19
Haywards Heath North East17

Mid Sussex Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Mid Sussex has recorded 896 crimes with crime rate of 5.87 ranking 9858th out of 331 in the UK and ranked 5 out 331 in terms of total crimes and 6 in terms of crime rate in West Sussex.

In 2024, the total Mid Sussex crimes were 11,177. The crime rate of Mid Sussex in 2024 was 73.26 (year) or 6.11 (month) ranking it 244 danzarous in the UK. Mid Sussex ranked 4 in terms of total crimes and 6 in terms of crime rate in West Sussex.

In 2023, the total crimes in Mid Sussex were around 8,190 crimes with yearly crime rate of 53.68 (year) or 4.47 (month) ranking 297 out 331 most dangerous city in the UK. As compared to neighboring cities in West Sussex, Mid Sussex ranked 4 out 331 in terms of total crimes or 6 as per crime rate of Mid Sussex

CityMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (West Sussex)CrimesRank (West Sussex)CrimesRank (West Sussex)
Crawley1,392 817,977 113,941 1
Horsham749 79,672 77,499 7
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

Mid Sussex Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (314 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (154 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 243 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 101 incidents.

In January 2025, Public order recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 2

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 266 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 92 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (264 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (104 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (267 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (117 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (268 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (122 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (267 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (137 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 299 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 191 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (606 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (308 cases).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 221 Drugs incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 24.56 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 80 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202514
February 202515
December 202421
November 202421
October 202429
September 202414
August 202414
July 202413
June 202480

A total of 785 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 87.22 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 176 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202587
February 202580
December 202455
November 202446
October 202497
September 202485
August 202463
July 202496
June 2024176

A total of 387 Burglary incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 43.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 68 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202531
February 202544
December 202440
November 202432
October 202448
September 202441
August 202443
July 202440
June 202468

A total of 75 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 8.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20251
December 20247
November 20245
October 202412
September 20243
August 202413
July 202411
June 202420

A total of 1312 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 145.78 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 308 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 2025154
February 2025101
December 202492
November 202490
October 2024117
September 2024122
August 2024137
July 2024191
June 2024308

A total of 42 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 4.67 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20258
December 20244
November 20246
October 20244
September 20242
August 20242
July 20244
June 202410

A total of 707 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 78.56 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 130 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202571
February 202568
December 202461
November 2024104
October 202460
September 202473
August 202472
July 202468
June 2024130

A total of 666 Public order incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 66.60 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 116 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202566
February 202568
January 20252
December 202460
November 202458
October 202483
September 202475
August 202469
July 202469
June 2024116

A total of 110 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 12.22 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20254
December 20244
November 20249
October 202422
September 202421
August 20245
July 202422
June 202418

A total of 2794 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 310.44 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 606 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 2025314
February 2025243
December 2024266
November 2024264
October 2024267
September 2024268
August 2024267
July 2024299
June 2024606

A total of 617 Other theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 68.56 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 124 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202571
February 202549
December 202457
November 202460
October 202457
September 202457
August 202464
July 202478
June 2024124

A total of 238 Other crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 26.44 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 42 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202521
February 202530
December 202419
November 202418
October 202442
September 202416
August 202420
July 202442
June 202430

A total of 357 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 39.67 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 52 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202550
February 202533
December 202443
November 202438
October 202448
September 202445
August 202423
July 202425
June 202452

A total of 42 Robbery incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 4.67 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20258
December 20244
November 20246
October 20241
September 20247
August 20242
July 20243
June 20244

High Crime Locations Mid Sussex in March 2025

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

1. Church Lane (Map)
Total24
Violence and sexual offences18
Criminal damage and arson6
2. Border Chase (Map)
Total21
Violence and sexual offences13
Public order6
Criminal damage and arson2
3. Gatehouse Lane (Map)
Total19
Violence and sexual offences14
Criminal damage and arson4
Public order1
4. Massey Way (Map)
Total15
Violence and sexual offences9
Public order6
5. Parking Area (Map)
Total14
Shoplifting13
Public order1
6. Edwin Street (Map)
Total13
Other theft13

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