East Grinstead Crime Rate August 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in East Grinstead, five crimes were reported in August 2023, placing the area 38.3% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This relatively low rate underscores the area’s safety, though the crime profile reflects patterns common to mid-sized built-up areas. Anti-social behaviour dominated with 28.4% of all incidents, followed by violence and sexual offences (24.1%) and criminal damage and arson (12.8%). These figures align with the seasonal context of August, a peak holiday month that often sees increased tourism and temporary population shifts. The lower-than-average rates of violent crime may be attributed to the town’s character as a commuter hub and smaller urban centre, where community cohesion and policing presence likely play a role. Meanwhile, the drop in vehicle crime—by 69.2% compared to July—suggests that targeted efforts during the summer months may have had a measurable impact, though no specific initiatives are cited in the data. The prominence of anti-social behaviour, however, hints at ongoing challenges in managing public order, particularly in areas with high foot traffic or during late-night hours. Seasonal factors also appear to influence property crime, with shoplifting rising by 33.3% and other theft increasing by 83.3%, linked to the influx of tourists or the timing of local events. These trends, while not unprecedented, highlight the need for continuous monitoring of crime patterns that shift with the calendar, ensuring that local strategies remain aligned with changing risks.

August 2023 saw a sharp 100% increase in theft from the person, with one incident reported compared to none in July. This rise, though small in absolute terms, highlights a shift in criminal activity that may reflect seasonal changes or increased foot traffic in local areas. Conversely, bicycle theft plummeted by 80%, from five to one incident, suggesting that heightened awareness or improved security measures—such as secure parking—may have had an impact. The crime mix also shifted, with anti-social behaviour remaining the most common category (28.4% of total crimes) and violent crimes accounting for 24.1%. Violence and sexual offences in East Grinstead were 55% below the UK average, a stark contrast to the national trend. This disparity could be linked to the area’s character as a built-up town within Mid Sussex, where community policing or lower population density may contribute to lower rates of severe violence compared to larger urban centres.

East Grinstead's crime rate in August 2023 fell to 5.0 per 1,000 residents, a 25% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 6.7. This decline places the area well below the UK average, with residents facing a monthly exposure of one crime for every 199 people. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately five reported crimes over the 31-day period, a figure that reflects the overall stability in local crime patterns. When scaled to the population of 28,028, the 141 total crimes recorded represent a manageable risk level for residents, particularly when compared to the UK’s broader average. The drop in vehicle crime by 69.2% and bicycle theft by 80% suggests that targeted efforts—such as improved street lighting or community engagement—may have contributed to this trend, though no specific interventions are cited in the data. The monthly exposure metric, while not a daily frequency, offers a clear snapshot of how often residents are likely to encounter crime within a month, reinforcing the area’s relative safety.