Haywards Heath Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Haywards Heath's crime rate in June 2024 stood at 5.2 per 1,000 residents, placing it 36.6% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. This marked contrast with the national figure underscores the area's unique profile, likely influenced by its status as a built-up area within a commuter belt. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 40.7% of all reported crimes (88 incidents), with a rate of 2.1 per 1,000—24% below the UK average of 2.8 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour followed, contributing 16.7% of total crimes (36 incidents), and other theft accounted for 7.9% (17 incidents). The seasonal context of June—marking the start of summer—may have influenced patterns, though the data suggests no clear correlation with typical summer crime trends. The relatively low crime rate, despite a slight upward trend from May, indicates a stable environment, though the drugs category's 43% increase above the UK average highlights a potential area for focused intervention. This mix of below-average violent crime rates and pockets of higher activity in specific categories paints a nuanced picture of the area's security landscape.

June 2024 saw significant fluctuations in specific crime categories. Other theft increased by 112.5%, rising from 8 to 17 incidents, while possession of weapons surged by 100%, with three reported cases compared to zero in May. Conversely, vehicle crime dropped by 40%, from 10 to 6, and public order offences fell by 38.1%, declining from 21 to 13. The violent crime category, contributing 40.7% of total crimes, remained 24% below the UK average of 2.8 per 1,000, despite an overall rise in the area's crime rate. This contrast highlights a shift in the crime mix, with property crimes decreasing relative to violent crimes. The drugs category, at 0.3 per 1,000, stood out as 43% above the UK average, a figure that may warrant closer attention for local authorities.

Haywards Heath's crime rate in June 2024 rose by 3.4% compared to May's 5.0 per 1,000, marking a slight upward trend. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 7 crimes per day, translating to a local monthly exposure of 1 reported crime for every 193 residents. This figure provides context for residents, showing the likelihood of encountering crime in their immediate vicinity. With a population of 41,728, the rate remains significantly lower than the UK average, suggesting the area's unique characteristics—potentially a mix of suburban and commuter demographics—may contribute to its lower crime profile. The population-scaled perspective highlights that while the overall rate is modest, the impact of individual crimes is felt across a relatively small community, underscoring the importance of localized efforts in crime prevention.