WD22 Intelligence Updated April 2026Source: Sussex Police Police

Crime in Wishing Tree, Hastings

Comprehensive safety analysis for Wishing Tree, localized within Hastings.

Total Crimes

63
trending_up +26.0% MoM

Annual Crime Rate

78.28per 1k
trending_up +3.6% 12m Trend

Safety Rating

Moderate

Total Population

5,911

12-Month Crime Trend

Monthly Totals

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Crime Categories

Violence & Sexual Offences17
Anti-social Behaviour12
Shoplifting10
Criminal Damage & Arson8
Burglary5
Robbery3
Other Theft3
Public Order3
Other Crime2

Incident Distribution

Location ReferencePrimary IncidentsTotal
On or near Larkfield Close Map
Shoplifting: 10Public order: 1Criminal damage and arson: 1
12
On or near Oxford Road Map
Anti-social behaviour: 5Criminal damage and arson: 2Burglary: 1
8
On or near Redgeland Rise Map
Anti-social behaviour: 3Public order: 1
4
On or near Petrol Station Map
Robbery: 2Other crime: 2
4
On or near Wishing Tree Road Map
Violence and sexual offences: 3
3
On or near Ironlatch Avenue Map
Violence and sexual offences: 3
3
On or near Lewis Road Map
Burglary: 3
3
On or near Menzies Road Map
Violence and sexual offences: 2Other theft: 1
3
On or near Adelaide Road Map
Criminal damage and arson: 2
2
On or near Gillsman'S Hill Map
Violence and sexual offences: 2
2

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City Ranking

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Local Rank

#7safest in Hastings

City Average

113.96per 1k

Local Policing

Wishing Tree

Sussex Police

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Local Priorities

Anti-social Driving

Issued: 12 Mar 2026

Status Update

Proactive patrols will continue, with continued work within the community to identify and target individuals responsible for anti-social driving in the area.

We remain committed to tackling this issue head-on. Drivers who put others at risk will continue to be dealt with robustly. We’re also working closely with Community Speed Watch to address concerns around speeding and to help keep our roads safe.

Actioned: 28 Jun 2026

Anti-social Behaviour

Issued: 10 Mar 2026

Status Update

Patrols are being stepped up in key areas where anti-social behaviour has been reported. This targeted approach ensures we’re addressing issues promptly, reinforcing our commitment to community safety and visible policing.

Actioned: 28 Jun 2026

Engagement Events

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Community Meeting - Wishing Tree Ward

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Officers from the Neighbourhood Policing Team will be attending a community event in Wishing Tree Ward to talk with local residents.
We encourage anyone living in the area to come along, meet your local officers, and share any concerns or ideas you may have. These events are a great opportunity to strengthen community relationships and work together to keep our neighbourhoods safe and welcoming.
We look forward to seeing you there.

schedule

5:00 PM — 6:00 PM

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At the field on the junction of Wishing Tree Road and Churchwood Drive

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Community Meeting - Wishing Tree Ward

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Officers from the Neighbourhood Policing Team will be attending a community event in Wishing Tree Ward to talk with local residents.
We encourage anyone living in the area to come along, meet your local officers, and share any concerns or ideas you may have. These events are a great opportunity to strengthen community relationships and work together to keep our neighbourhoods safe and welcoming.
We look forward to seeing you there.

schedule

5:00 PM — 6:00 PM

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Four Courts Well Being Hub, St Leonard’s

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