Lewes Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Lewes’ crime rate in June 2024 stood at 5.7 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 30.5% below the UK average of 8.2. This marked safety gap reflects a combination of local factors and broader national trends. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 31% of all crimes, a category where Lewes performed better than the UK average, with rates 35% lower. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, making up 18% of incidents and also remaining below the national benchmark. The seasonal context of June—longer days and the onset of summer—likely influences these patterns, as increased foot traffic in public spaces may deter certain crimes while creating conditions for others. Shoplifting, for instance, rose slightly above the UK average by 13%, possibly linked to the town’s retail presence and the influx of tourists during the warmer months. Meanwhile, property crimes overall remained relatively low, with burglary at 0.1 per 1,000, a figure 67% below the national rate. This suggests that Lewes’ built environment, including its historic architecture and compact urban layout, may contribute to reduced opportunities for burglary. The balance between violent and property crimes in Lewes contrasts with many UK areas, where property crimes often dominate. This divergence may be attributed to the town’s character as a smaller, low-density community with strong social cohesion, factors that could help explain the lower rates of anti-social behaviour and public order offences compared to the UK average. As the summer progresses, continued monitoring of crime trends will be essential to understanding how seasonal changes interact with local conditions.

June 2024 saw a sharp 300% increase in theft from the person, with incidents rising from 1 to 4. This surge, though small in absolute terms, suggests heightened vulnerability in public spaces during the summer months. Bicycle theft also doubled compared to May, reaching four incidents, a trend consistent with the start of the tourist season and increased outdoor activity. Conversely, vehicle crime rose by 45%, from 20 to 29, possibly linked to warmer weather and more parked vehicles in public areas. Robbery fell by 75% compared to the previous month, with cases dropping from 4 to 1, reflecting a potential reduction in high-risk incidents. Anti-social behaviour and violence rates remained below the UK average by 21% and 35% respectively, though shoplifting exceeded the national benchmark by 13%. These shifts underscore the dynamic interplay between local conditions and crime trends.

Lewes recorded a crime rate of 5.7 per 1,000 residents in June 2024, marking a 10.3% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 6.4. This decline aligns with broader seasonal trends, as the start of summer often sees shifts in crime patterns. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 20 reported crimes each day, a figure that contextualises the frequency of incidents for residents. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for every 174 residents, a metric that highlights the relative safety of Lewes compared to the UK average. This monthly exposure rate is particularly notable when considering the town’s population of 102,363, as it illustrates how infrequent crime is in proportion to the local community size. While daily crime counts offer a snapshot, the monthly aggregate provides a more comprehensive view of how Lewes’ crime profile interacts with its demographic and geographic context.