Hassocks and Hurstpierpoint Crime Rate April 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Hassocks and Hurstpierpoint's crime rate in April 2024 stood at 4.9 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 36.4% below the UK average of 7.7. This continued safety relative to national trends reflects the area's character as a semi-rural built-up district within Mid Sussex, where lower population density and community cohesion likely contribute to reduced crime levels. Violence and sexual offences remained the most common category (25 incidents, 36.2% of total), though they fell slightly from March's figures. This category's rate of 1.8 per 1,000 is 30% below the UK average, consistent with patterns seen in areas with strong community policing and limited nightlife activity. Shoplifting, however, emerged as a significant concern, with its rate rising to 0.9 per 1,000 (34% above the UK average). This may partly explain the 225% increase from March, potentially linked to the Easter period's heightened retail activity. Other theft (8 incidents) and anti-social behaviour (5 incidents) also contributed to the monthly total, though both categories remained well below UK averages. The overall crime profile aligns with that of a commuter-focused, low-density area where property crimes dominate but violent crime remains relatively low, a pattern often seen in areas with strong local governance and limited urban sprawl.

April 2024 saw a dramatic 225% increase in shoplifting incidents, rising from 4 to 13. This surge, combined with a 400% spike in criminal damage and arson (from 1 to 5), highlights shifting crime patterns. Meanwhile, violence and sexual offences decreased by 7.4%.2% of all crimes, slightly below the UK average for this category. The sharp rise in shoplifting—now at 0.9 per 1,000 residents, 34% above the UK average—may reflect increased foot traffic during the Easter period. Residents may find the 2-per-day crime rate useful for contextualising local risks, though this remains well below the UK's average of 7.7 per 1,000. The increase in bicycle theft (up 100% to 1 incident) suggests potential vulnerabilities in local security practices during spring, when outdoor activity rises.

Hassocks and Hurstpierpoint's crime rate in April 2024 rose to 4.9 per 1,000 residents, marking a 21.3% increase from March's 4.0. This shift reflects a localised uptick in specific crime categories, though the area remains significantly safer than the UK average. Daily crime activity averaged 2 incidents per day over the month, translating to a monthly exposure of one reported crime for every 204 residents. This figure underscores the relatively low risk profile of the area, even as crime rates climbed. With a population of 14,095, the monthly exposure rate highlights that most residents are unlikely to experience crime directly. The increase in April contrasts with the broader UK context, where the area's overall crime rate remains 36.4% below the national average. This suggests that while local factors have driven a temporary rise, the area's underlying safety remains intact compared to larger urban centres.