Broadbridge Heath Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

December 2025 saw Broadbridge Heath record 37 crimes, equating to a crime rate of 5.0 per 1,000 residents—28.6% below the UK average of 7.0. This figure, when contextualised for an area of 7,463 residents, translates to a relatively low volume of incidents, with most residents unlikely to experience crime directly. The breakdown of offences highlights a mix of violent and property crimes, with violence and sexual offences (10 incidents) making up 27% of the total, followed by shoplifting (7 incidents, 18.9%) and anti-social behaviour (5 incidents, 13.5%). The seasonal context of December—characterised by Christmas shopping, party season, and dark evenings—likely contributed to these patterns. For instance, the surge in shoplifting may reflect increased foot traffic in retail areas during the festive period, while the relatively low rate of burglary (1 incident) aligns with the area’s generally secure environment. Violent crimes, though present, remained 49% below the UK average, suggesting that local factors such as community cohesion and policing may play a role in mitigating such incidents. The overall crime rate, while showing a 76.5% increase from November, remains well within the lower end of national benchmarks, indicating that Broadbridge Heath continues to be a safer area compared to many parts of the UK. This data underscores the importance of understanding how local dynamics, such as seasonal activity and community engagement, influence crime trends, even in a small built-up area.

December 2025 marked sharp increases in specific crime categories, including other theft (+300%) and shoplifting (+133%), driven by the Christmas shopping peak and party season. Shoplifting, now at 7 incidents, exceeded the UK average by 58%, a stark contrast to anti-social behaviour, which remained 25% below the national rate. Public order offences also doubled from November, though they still fell 77% short of the UK average. The rise in other theft, which surged from one to four incidents, may reflect increased retail activity during the festive period. For residents, the 58% above UK average for shoplifting highlights a specific risk, particularly in high-traffic retail areas. These spikes, while significant, remain isolated within the broader context of Broadbridge Heath’s consistently low overall crime rate.

December 2025 saw a 76.5% increase in Broadbridge Heath’s crime rate compared to the previous month, rising from 2.8 to 5.0 per 1,000 residents. This jump, while notable, remains 28.6% below the UK average. Locally, the monthly crime count of 37 translates to roughly one crime per day, a figure that may seem low to some but reflects the area’s generally quiet nature. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 202 residents, highlighting the relatively low frequency of incidents in this built-up area. When contextualised against the population of 7,463, the monthly exposure rate underscores that most residents are unlikely to encounter crime directly. However, the sharp rise in specific categories, such as shoplifting and other theft, suggests that seasonal factors like the Christmas shopping rush may have temporarily heightened certain risks. This contrast between overall low rates and spikes in particular areas illustrates the combination of local patterns and broader trends.