Burgess Hill Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Burgess Hill's crime rate in October 2025 stood at 5.5 per 1,000 residents, placing it 28.6% below the UK average of 7.7. This position relative to national trends suggests the area has successfully mitigated certain crime drivers, though localized factors continue to shape its profile. Violence and sexual offences (52 incidents, 27.7% of total crimes) remained the most common category, though this rate (1.5 per 1,000) is 44% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour (35 incidents, 18.6% of total) and criminal damage (24 incidents, 12.8% of total) followed closely, with both categories also significantly below national averages. The built-up area's seasonal context in October—shorter days and Halloween—may have influenced patterns, with shoplifting and anti-social behaviour showing notable shifts. However, the area's overall stability contrasts with the UK's broader trends, where violent crime rates tend to peak during colder months. This discrepancy could reflect Burgess Hill's demographic profile as a commuter town with lower concentrations of youth populations and fewer late-night venues compared to larger urban centres. The relatively low burglary rate (0.1 per 1,000) and vehicle crime rate (0.3 per 1,000) further suggest that the area's infrastructure and community policing efforts may be contributing to its safer-than-average profile. These findings highlight the importance of contextual analysis when interpreting crime statistics, as national averages often mask significant local variations.

Vehicle crime saw a dramatic 150% increase in October, rising from 4 to 10 incidents. This jump may reflect changes in local traffic patterns or increased opportunities for theft in parking areas. Shoplifting also rose by 43.8%, with 23 incidents recorded—11% above the UK average for this category. This could be linked to Halloween-related activity or retail promotions. Conversely, anti-social behaviour fell by 31.4%, dropping from 51 to 35 incidents, a trend that may indicate effective local interventions or seasonal changes in public behaviour. The area's violent crime rate (1.5 per 1,000) remains 44% below the UK average, a consistent pattern that may reflect the area's character as a commuter town with lower concentrations of nightlife or high-risk demographics. These variations highlight the importance of monitoring specific crime types rather than relying on overall rates alone.

Burgess Hill's crime rate in October 2025 remained stable at 5.5 per 1,000 residents, a 1.4% decrease from the previous month's 5.6. This consistency suggests no major shifts in overall crime patterns, though smaller fluctuations may reflect seasonal rhythms. Daily crime figures show an average of 6 crimes reported each day, translating to one reported crime for every 182 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate provides context for residents, indicating that while crime is present, it remains relatively infrequent on a per-person basis. The built-up area's population of 34,265 means crime impacts a small but visible portion of the community. Compared to the UK average, Burgess Hill's overall rate remains 28.6% lower, a gap that may reflect local factors such as community policing efforts or demographic characteristics. However, this comparison does not account for local differences in reporting practices or geographic density, which could influence observed rates.