Mid Sussex Crime Rate September 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Mid Sussex’s crime rate in September 2023 (5.1 per 1,000 residents) remains 36.3% below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000, illustrating a long-standing divergence from national trends. The area’s crime profile is shaped by a mix of urban and rural characteristics, with violence and sexual offences (253 incidents) accounting for 30.5% of all crimes. This category, though the most common, is 42% below the UK average, a gap that may reflect the district’s lower population density and community-focused policing. Anti-social behaviour (147 incidents) and public order offences (97 incidents) also feature prominently, both significantly below national rates. The seasonal context of September—marked by the start of the academic year and shorter evenings—likely influences patterns, with increased foot traffic potentially contributing to lower shoplifting rates (down 27.5% from August) but also creating new dynamics in public spaces. While property crimes (304) slightly outnumber violent crimes (253), the overall balance remains skewed toward non-violent incidents, a trend consistent with Mid Sussex’s historical data. The area’s lower crime rates compared to the UK may also be attributed to its relatively stable population and limited exposure to high-risk urban environments, though further analysis would be needed to confirm this hypothesis.

September 2023 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, including a 27.5% decrease in shoplifting (from 109 to 79 incidents) and a 50% drop in theft from the person (from 4 to 2). These declines may reflect heightened awareness during the back-to-school period or increased foot traffic in retail areas. Conversely, drug-related offences surged by 55.6% (9 to 14), and other crime categories rose sharply, with 'other crime' increasing by 57.1% (7 to 11). These spikes, though still below UK averages, suggest emerging local pressures. Violence and sexual offences remained the most common category at 30.5% of total crimes, but this rate was 42% below the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000. Residents should be aware of the 58% reduction in vehicle crime (from 0.5 to 0.2 per 1,000), a trend likely linked to lower summer traffic and seasonal changes in parking patterns.

Mid Sussex's crime rate in September 2023 stood at 5.1 per 1,000 residents, marking a 3.8% increase from the previous month’s 5.0 per 1,000. This small rise contrasts with the broader UK average of 8.0 per 1,000, highlighting the area’s consistently lower crime profile. Daily crime statistics reveal an average of 28 reported incidents each day in September, a figure that, while steady, remains significantly below national trends. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for every 195 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the area’s relative safety compared to the UK. With a population of 161,755, the local context suggests that community-focused policing and lower population density may contribute to this pattern, though seasonal factors such as back-to-school activities could also play a role in minor fluctuations.