Crime in Ardingly and Balcombe, Mid Sussex
Comprehensive safety analysis for Ardingly and Balcombe, localized within Mid Sussex.
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Incident Distribution
| Location Reference | Primary Incidents | Total |
|---|---|---|
| On or near Jobes Map | Anti-social behaviour: 2Violence and sexual offences: 2 | 4 |
| On or near Standford Brook Way Map | Violence and sexual offences: 2Vehicle crime: 1 | 3 |
| On or near Selsfield Road Map | Violence and sexual offences: 2 | 2 |
| On or near Petrol Station Map | Anti-social behaviour: 1Possession of weapons: 1 | 2 |
| On or near Park/Open Space Map | Violence and sexual offences: 2 | 2 |
| On or near Watermead Map | Other theft: 1 | 1 |
| On or near Burstowhill Lane Map | Burglary: 1 | 1 |
| On or near St Martin Close Map | Anti-social behaviour: 1 | 1 |
| On or near Truggers Map | Criminal damage and arson: 1 | 1 |
| On or near Motorway Service Area Map | Anti-social behaviour: 1 | 1 |
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Antisocial Driving and Speeding
Issued: 23 Apr 2026
Status Update
We are engaging with local communities and stakeholders to listen to their concerns surrounding anti-social road related issues.
We continue to support and promote force-wide campaigns, targeted operations with specialist units, and road related activity including Operation Downsway deployments.
We also liaise with local Community Speedwatch groups, deploy officers for speed checks, as well as encourage residents to utilise the Operation Crackdown service for reporting.
Actioned: 23 Apr 2026
Antisocial Behaviour - Youth Related including Graffiti
Issued: 23 Apr 2026
Status Update
The Neighbourhood Policing Team continues to carry out regular patrols, focusing on areas where reports of ASB have been made.
We work closely with partners to tackle this type of behaviour, identify those responsible, and manage persistent offenders and locations.
We also continue to carry out intervention work with local schools and youth groups through our dedicated Neighbourhood Youth Officers.
Actioned: 23 Apr 2026
Drug Harm
Issued: 23 Apr 2026
Status Update
We continue to engage with the community, act on intelligence and work in collaboration with drug service providers and outreach programmes to support local people.
Working in partnership with key stakeholders enables us to deter the harm being caused within our community, and patrols continue in areas where drug related activity is reported.
Neighbourhood Youth Officers continue to work with local schools and colleges to raise awareness of drug harm and the risks involved.
Proactive operations involving specialist teams take place regularly to identify, arrest and disrupt persons involved in drugs possession and supply.
Actioned: 23 Apr 2026
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Gig on the Green
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12:00 PM — 6:00 PM
Gig on the Green Crawley Down
Community Engagement
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5:00 PM — 9:00 PM
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