Hassocks and Hurstpierpoint Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Hassocks and Hurstpierpoint's crime rate of 5.3 per 1,000 in October 2025 stands 31.2% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000, reflecting a consistent pattern of lower-than-average criminal activity. This built-up area within Mid Sussex demonstrates a markedly safer profile compared to national benchmarks, with violent crimes accounting for 37.8% of all reported incidents—25% below the UK average for this category. Anti-social behaviour remains the second most common crime type, contributing 28.4% of total incidents, though this figure is 19% above the UK average. The seasonal context of October, with shorter evenings and the Halloween holiday, likely contributes to the observed crime patterns, though the overall rate remains stable relative to previous months. Property crimes make up 27% of the total (20 incidents), but the area's violent crime rate is lower than the UK average, potentially linked to the community's character as a relatively low-density residential and commercial hub. The breakdown shows a shift in crime mix compared to other parts of the UK, with vehicle crime and public order offences both registering significantly below national averages. These trends suggest a combination of local policing effectiveness and the area's demographic profile, which may include a higher proportion of elderly residents and family households less prone to certain types of criminal activity.

October 2025 saw a 100% increase in shoplifting incidents, rising from zero to two reported cases—a sharp contrast to the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000. This spike may be attributed to Halloween-related retail activity. Violence and sexual offences also rose by 47.4% compared to September, with 28 incidents reported—37.8% of all crimes—though this rate is still 25% below the UK average. Conversely, other theft and other crime categories both decreased by 50%, suggesting targeted interventions or seasonal lulls in specific criminal activities. The area's vehicle crime rate of 0.3 per 1,000 is 29% below the UK average, potentially reflecting limited commercial vehicle traffic or effective local policing in parking areas. Public order offences also declined sharply, with a 43% reduction compared to the UK average, indicating a possible success in managing community events and maintaining public spaces. These contrasting trends highlight the combination of local factors and national benchmarks, with the area's crime profile showing both areas of concern and notable strengths.

The crime rate in Hassocks and Hurstpierpoint rose by 12.2% in October 2025 compared to September's 4.7 per 1,000, though it remains well below the UK average. Locally, this translates to approximately two crimes reported per day—a figure that, while modest, reflects the area's small population of 14,095. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 190 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is significantly lower than the national average. This statistic suggests that residents face a markedly lower risk of experiencing crime compared to the UK as a whole. The population-scaled perspective reveals that the area's crime rate is distributed across fewer residents, potentially due to its built-up character and higher proportion of private housing. While the increase from September is notable, the overall rate remains in line with historical trends for this area, which has consistently recorded lower crime levels than the UK average. The daily crime count of two incidents provides a concrete measure for residents to contextualise their personal risk, though this figure is far below the thresholds that would typically warrant public concern in larger urban centres.