Mid Sussex Crime Rate March 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Mid Sussex's crime rate in March 2024 stood at 5.0 per 1,000 residents, 35.1% below the UK average of 7.7. This figure underscores the district's consistently lower-than-average crime profile, a trend likely influenced by its mix of suburban and rural landscapes. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 35.1% of all crimes (282 incidents), followed by anti-social behaviour (16.2%) and criminal damage and arson (10.5%). These patterns may reflect the area's character as a commuter-oriented district with a focus on community policing and low-density housing. The seasonal shift to spring, with longer evenings and the clocks changing, may have contributed to variations in crime timing. Property crimes (300 incidents) made up 37.3% of total crimes, a proportion consistent with the UK average. This balance between property and violent crime suggests a district where both residential and public safety concerns are present but managed at lower levels than national benchmarks.

March 2024 saw significant drops in shoplifting (down 29.5%, from 78 to 55) and bicycle theft (down 41.7%, from 12 to 7), the latter falling 100% below the UK average for that category. These declines may align with seasonal factors, as longer evenings could reduce opportunities for targeted theft. Conversely, robbery rose sharply by 200% (from 2 to 6), and theft from the person increased by 60% (from 5 to 8), both of which highlight a shift in crime patterns. Violent crimes remained 36% below the UK average at 1.7 per 1,000, while anti-social behaviour fell 31% below the national rate. Residents might find the 55% reduction in vehicle crime (from 0.6 to 0.2 per 1,000) particularly reassuring, as this category is often linked to commuter activity in the area.

Mid Sussex's crime rate in March 2024 rose slightly by 5.5% compared to February's 4.7 per 1,000 residents. below the UK average. On a daily basis, 26 crimes were reported across the district in March, reflecting a consistent local rhythm of activity. When scaled to population, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for every 201 residents — a figure that contextualises the rate as relatively low compared to national benchmarks. This monthly aggregate suggests that while crime is present, its frequency is distributed across a large population base, potentially reflecting the district's suburban and rural mix. The slight month-on-month increase may partly explain seasonal transitions, as longer evenings and shifting social patterns could influence activity levels in public spaces.