East Grinstead Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

East Grinstead’s crime rate in June 2024 stood at 5.2 per 1,000 residents, a figure 36.6% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. This performance underscores the town’s relative safety, particularly in the context of a built-up area within Mid Sussex, where urban and rural influences may intersect. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 39.3% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour at 13.1% and other theft at 9.0%. While violence and sexual offences remained a significant concern, their rate of 2.0 per 1,000 was 28% below the UK average, suggesting a combination of local policing efforts and community resilience. Anti-social behaviour, though lower than in previous months, still reflected a pattern consistent with mid-sized towns where community cohesion can mitigate such incidents. The seasonal context of June—marking the start of summer and longer daylight hours—likely contributed to the overall decline in crime, as increased visibility and outdoor activity may deter certain offences. However, the data also highlights the need for targeted interventions in areas where violent crime persists, even at rates below the national average. The balance between property and violent crime in East Grinstead appears more skewed towards violent crime than the UK average, a trend that may warrant further analysis of local demographics and socio-economic factors.

June 2024 saw marked declines in anti-social behaviour, with a 54.8% drop from 42 to 19 incidents, and burglary falling by 60% to two reported cases. These reductions suggest effective interventions or seasonal factors, such as longer daylight hours deterring opportunistic crimes. Meanwhile, violent crime remained a prominent category, accounting for 39.3% of all incidents.0 per 1,000 was 28% below the UK average. A notable spike occurred in drug-related offences, which surged by 200% to three incidents, though this remains well below the UK average of 0.2 per 1,000. Vehicle crime also rose by 66.7%, from six to 10 cases, possibly linked to increased summer travel or vehicle-related activity. Residents may find the 54.8% reduction in anti-social behaviour particularly reassuring, as this category often correlates with public safety and community well-being.

East Grinstead’s crime rate in June 2024 fell by 16.2% compared to May, marking a continued decline in overall incidents. This reduction, from 6.2 to 5.2 per 1,000 residents, positions the town as significantly safer than the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately five reported crimes each day, a figure that translates to one crime occurring for roughly every 193 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate suggests that the likelihood of experiencing a crime is comparatively low, especially when contrasted with national benchmarks. The population context further underscores this safety: with 28,028 residents, the town’s crime statistics reflect a balance between urban density and community-driven prevention efforts. These figures align with broader trends in mid-Sussex, where local policing initiatives and community engagement have historically contributed to stable crime reduction.