Burgess Hill Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Burgess Hill's overall crime rate in April 2025 stood at 7.1 per 1,000, placing it 7.8% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This position reflects a combination of sustained efforts in crime prevention and the area's demographic and geographic characteristics. Violence and sexual offences (36.8% of total crimes) remained the most prevalent category, consistent with patterns seen in other commuter towns where interpersonal conflicts often dominate. Anti-social behaviour (26.0% of total crimes) followed closely, a figure significantly above the UK average of 1.3 per 1,000. This may be influenced by the area's mix of residential and commercial spaces, where noise complaints and public disturbances are more likely to occur. The seasonal context of April—marked by Easter and springtime activities—likely contributed to increased outdoor presence, which may have impacted crime dynamics. However, the rate of violent crime aligns with the UK average for this category, suggesting no significant deviation from national trends in this area. The data also reveals a notable reduction in shoplifting, a category that typically spikes during holiday periods, though the exact reasons for this decline remain unclear. This decrease, along with a sharp drop in vehicle crime, may indicate improved security measures or changes in local behaviour during the Easter period.

April 2025 saw significant decreases in shoplifting (-38.9%) and vehicle crime (-47.1%), with the latter falling to 9 incidents from 17 in March. These declines may partly explain the overall rate remaining below the UK average despite an 11.5% monthly increase. Anti-social behaviour remained high, at 35% above the UK average, a persistent challenge for local authorities. Conversely, possession of weapons doubled from 0 to 2 incidents, and drug-related crimes rose by 100% to 4 cases. These increases, though small in absolute terms, may signal emerging trends warranting closer attention. For residents, the 38.9% drop in shoplifting offers a tangible reassurance, particularly in retail areas where such crimes often peak during Easter periods.

Burgess Hill's crime rate in April 2025 rose 11.5% compared to March's 6.3 per 1,000, reaching 7.1 per 1,000. This increase, though modest, suggests a shift in local dynamics. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 142 residents, a figure that contextualises the scale of incidents within the population. Daily crime statistics reveal an average of 8 crimes per day, a localised measure that reflects both the population density and the nature of the built-up area. While the overall rate remains 7.8% below the UK average, the month-on-month rise highlights a need for continued monitoring. The population-scaled perspective shows that each resident faces a lower risk than the national average, but the upward trend in certain crime types may indicate emerging challenges. These figures, when paired with the area's seasonal context, suggest that factors such as increased outdoor activity during spring may be influencing crime patterns, though further data would be needed to confirm this hypothesis.