Mid Sussex Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Mid Sussex's crime rate in November 2023 stood at 5.2 per 1,000 residents, placing it 30.7% below the UK average of 7.5. This performance aligns with patterns observed in similar rural and suburban areas where community policing and lower population density contribute to reduced crime rates. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 33.4% of all crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (13.7%) and shoplifting (11.4%). These figures reflect the area's seasonal dynamics, with November's darker evenings and events like Bonfire Night likely influencing patterns in violent and anti-social incidents. Shoplifting, though slightly above the UK average for this category, remains relatively low compared to urban centres with dense retail environments. The dominance of property crimes (40.6% of total) over violent crimes (33.4%) suggests that local factors such as residential distribution and community engagement initiatives may be playing a role. However, the seasonal context of Black Friday shopping may have temporarily elevated retail-related crimes, though this was offset by a significant drop in bicycle theft. The area's crime profile illustrates a balance between routine challenges and the mitigating effects of local characteristics, with further analysis needed to confirm long-term trends.

The most dramatic month-on-month change occurred in theft from the person, which surged by 100% from four to eight incidents. This spike, while statistically significant, remains below the UK average for the category (0.2 per 1,000). Conversely, bicycle theft fell by 50% to eight incidents, possibly linked to seasonal changes in cycling activity or increased visibility of bikes during darker evenings. Anti-social behaviour also declined by 20.1% to 115 incidents, a trend that may reflect the impact of local initiatives or the natural ebb of transient events. Shoplifting maintained its position as the third most common crime (11.4% of total), albeit slightly above the UK average for this category (0.6 per 1,000). Possession of weapons rose by 22.2% to 11 incidents, a figure that is 67% above the UK average for this category. These fluctuations highlight the complexity of crime patterns in Mid Sussex, where specific incidents can dominate monthly statistics while broader trends remain consistent with national averages. Residents may find the 50% drop in bicycle theft particularly noteworthy, suggesting that targeted measures or natural seasonal factors are contributing to this decline.

Mid Sussex's November 2023 crime rate of 5.2 per 1,000 residents marked a 3.9% decrease from the previous month's rate of 5.4, continuing a downward trajectory that has been evident in recent months. On a daily basis, this translates to approximately 28 crimes reported each day across the district, a figure that is significantly lower than the UK average when considered proportionally to population. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 192 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the area's relative safety compared to national benchmarks. This figure is particularly meaningful for local residents, as it provides context for the likelihood of encountering crime in their daily lives. The population-scaled perspective also reveals that Mid Sussex's crime rate is 30.7% below the UK average, a gap that reflects both the district's demographic characteristics and the effectiveness of local crime prevention strategies. While the previous month's rate was marginally higher, the sustained reduction in overall crime suggests that ongoing efforts to maintain public safety are yielding tangible results. This comparative context reinforces the importance of continued investment in community policing and targeted interventions to address specific crime trends.