Hassocks and Hurstpierpoint Crime Rate August 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Hassocks and Hurstpierpoint’s August 2025 crime profile reveals a marked shift in the balance between violent and property crimes, with violent offences (36) comprising 41.4% of the total 87 reported incidents, compared to property crimes (23) at 26.4%. This dominance of violent crime over property crime contrasts with broader UK trends, where property crimes often outnumber violent ones. The area’s overall crime rate of 6.2 per 1,000 residents is 23.5% below the UK average of 8.1, a disparity that may reflect its character as a compact built-up area within Mid Sussex, where community cohesion and lower population density could contribute to reduced property-related offences. Violence and sexual offences remain the most prevalent category, with 36 incidents reported—2.6 per 1,000 residents, 9% below the UK average. This figure, combined with the 18.4% share of anti-social behaviour (16 incidents), suggests that interpersonal conflicts and disorderly conduct are significant drivers of crime in the area. Seasonal factors also appear to influence patterns, with August’s peak holiday period increasing exposure to violent crime through heightened public interaction and reduced community surveillance. However, property crimes such as burglary (10 incidents) rose sharply by 400% from July, a trend that may be tied to the seasonal increase in empty homes and unoccupied properties. This spike in burglary, which is 159% above the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000, highlights a vulnerability in the area’s security infrastructure during August. Meanwhile, crimes like criminal damage and arson fell by 62.5%, due to reduced outdoor activity and the closure of certain public spaces during the month. The interplay between these trends underscores the complex relationship between local demographics, seasonal rhythms, and crime dynamics in Hassocks and Hurstpierpoint.

August 2025 saw a stark contrast in crime trends, with violent crimes (36) outpacing property crimes (23) by a significant margin. This imbalance may reflect seasonal factors, such as increased foot traffic during August’s peak holiday period. Burglary rates surged by 400% compared to the previous month, rising from 2 to 10 incidents. This spike could be linked to the area’s seasonal dynamics, where empty homes during August heighten burglary risks. Conversely, criminal damage and arson fell by 62.5%, dropping from 8 to 3 incidents, due to reduced outdoor activity during the month. Anti-social behaviour also declined by 33.3%, from 24 to 16, suggesting a potential correlation with summer holidays reducing public congregation in local areas. Meanwhile, violent crimes decreased by 14.3% from 42 to 36, a trend that may indicate improved policing efforts or seasonal changes in community behaviour.

In August 2025, Hassocks and Hurstpierpoint recorded a crime rate of 6.2 per 1,000 residents, marking a 4.5% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 6.5. This monthly decline aligns with broader seasonal trends, as August typically sees a reduction in certain crime types due to holiday-related patterns. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 3 crimes per day, a figure that translates to one reported crime for every 162 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure provides context for residents, showing that while crime remains a factor, it is relatively infrequent compared to national averages. The population-scaled perspective highlights that the local rate is significantly lower than the UK average, with 23.5% fewer crimes per 1,000 residents. This disparity may reflect the area’s characteristics, such as its compact built-up nature and limited industrial activity, which could contribute to lower crime density compared to larger urban centres.