Hassocks and Hurstpierpoint Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Anti-social behaviour accounted for 31.8% of all crimes in September 2025, making it the most prevalent category in Hassocks and Hurstpierpoint. At 4.7 crimes per 1,000 residents, the area’s overall crime rate was 36.5% below the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000. This stark contrast to the national picture reflects the built-up area’s relatively low levels of property crime and violent offences. Violence and sexual offences (1.4 per 1,000) were 46% below the UK average, while criminal damage and arson (0.4 per 1,000) were 25% below the national rate. The seasonal context of September—marked by the return to school and university freshers—likely contributes to the prominence of anti-social behaviour, which often peaks during periods of social mixing and increased foot traffic in local areas. The area’s low burglary rate (0.2 per 1,000) compared to the UK average (0.3 per 1,000) suggests strong community engagement or effective local policing strategies, though further analysis would be needed to confirm this. Public order offences (0.3 per 1,000) and other theft (0.3 per 1,000) were both 40–44% below the UK average, indicating a broader trend of lower rates for less severe crimes. The data highlights a combination of local characteristics and national crime patterns, with the built-up area’s relatively quiet streets and low levels of violent crime standing out against the UK backdrop.

September 2025 saw a 300% increase in drugs-related crimes, jumping from one incident to four—a significant shift that may reflect seasonal patterns or changes in local activity. This rise contrasts sharply with a 70% decrease in burglary, which fell from 10 to 3, suggesting a possible reduction in opportunities for property crime during the month. Violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 28.8% of total crimes, were 46% below the UK average, a notable outlier in a national context where such offences typically occur more frequently. The area’s anti-social behaviour rate (1.5 per 1,000) was 28% above the UK average (1.2 per 1,000), indicating a localised challenge that may be linked to the social dynamics of the academic year beginning in September. Other crime and robbery both saw 100% increases, with two and one incidents respectively, though these remain low in absolute terms. The shift in crime mix—from a previous focus on property crime to a higher proportion of anti-social and drugs-related incidents—suggests a changing landscape that warrants attention from local authorities. For residents, the most immediate insight is the 70% drop in burglary, which may indicate improved security measures or a temporary decline in opportunities for such crimes.

The crime rate in Hassocks and Hurstpierpoint for September 2025 (4.7 per 1,000) was 24.1% lower than the previous month’s rate of 6.2 per 1,000, reflecting a marked downward trend. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately two crimes per day, a figure that, while modest, highlights the ongoing presence of criminal activity in a built-up area. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 214 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is significantly lower than the UK average but must be contextualised within the area’s population of 14,095. This figure suggests that the likelihood of being directly affected by crime is relatively low compared to other parts of the country. The population-scaled perspective reveals that the area’s crime rate is not only below the UK average but also shows a consistent pattern of decline, which may be attributed to factors such as effective community policing or seasonal influences. However, the 28% increase in anti-social behaviour compared to the UK average indicates that while the overall rate is low, certain types of crime remain higher in this locality. This contrast between the area’s overall safety and specific crime trends underscores the need for targeted interventions that address localised issues without compromising the broader positive trajectory.