Burgess Hill Crime Rate June 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Burgess Hill, 5.4 crimes were recorded in June 2023, a rate 36.5% below the UK average of 8.5 per 1,000. This translates to a per-capita risk that is lower than the national benchmark, with the area's crime profile shaped by a combination of local demographics and seasonal factors. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (28.7% of total), anti-social behaviour (24.3%), and shoplifting (11.4%). While violence rates were 45% below the UK average, shoplifting saw a modest 11% increase, potentially linked to the start of summer and increased retail activity. Anti-social behaviour, a persistent issue, remained 12% below the national rate, possibly reflecting community-focused policing efforts. Seasonal context suggests that June's longer days and warmer weather may have influenced crime patterns, with some categories, like public order offences, declining by 40% compared to the UK average. However, the data also reveals a stark contrast in property crime: burglary, though rising sharply, remains well below the UK average, indicating that while localized spikes occur, the area's overall security remains robust. This balance of factors—lower violent crime, controlled anti-social behaviour, and seasonal fluctuations—illustrates a community where crime is neither absent nor overwhelming, but managed through a combination of local initiatives and environmental factors.

June 2023 saw a 250% rise in burglary cases, jumping from 2 to 7 incidents. This surge, while concerning, remains below the UK average by 38%. Concurrently, vehicle crime increased by 200%, likely reflecting heightened activity in parking areas during summer months. In contrast, public order offences dropped by 44%, possibly due to improved community engagement or increased police presence. The area's violence and sexual offences rate was 45% below the UK average, a trend consistent with Burgess Hill's generally lower levels of violent crime. These shifts highlight a mixed picture, where certain categories spike while others decline, underscoring the need for targeted interventions. For residents, the 11% above-average shoplifting rate serves as a reminder to remain vigilant in retail areas.

Burgess Hill's crime rate in June 2023 rose slightly to 5.4 per 1,000 residents, a 2.9% increase from the previous month's 5.3 per 1,000. This translates to roughly 6 crimes reported per day, a figure that, while low, reflects consistent activity in a built-up area. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 185 residents, illustrating the relatively low risk faced by the population. When compared to the UK average, the area remains significantly safer, with a 36.5% lower rate. However, the month-on-month increase suggests minor fluctuations that may align with seasonal patterns, such as the start of summer encouraging more outdoor activity or tourism. The population-scaled perspective highlights that residents are not frequently affected by crime, though localized spikes in specific categories, such as burglary, warrant attention.