Mid Sussex Crime Rate October 2024 | Monthly Statistics

The crime mix in Mid Sussex during October 2024 reveals a distinct pattern shaped by local dynamics and seasonal factors. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 31.4% of all reported crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (13.5%) and criminal damage and arson (10.8%). This distribution suggests a focus on interpersonal conflicts and property-related issues, potentially influenced by the area’s mix of rural and urban environments. The overall crime rate of 5.1 per 1,000 residents places Mid Sussex 37.0% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000, highlighting a consistently lower crime profile compared to national trends. Seasonal context plays a role in this pattern, with October’s darker evenings and Halloween likely contributing to increased anti-social behaviour and public order incidents. The relatively low rates of theft from the person (0.5 per 1,000) and robbery (0.1 per 1,000) suggest that areas with high foot traffic or tourist activity may not be central to this district’s crime profile. Meanwhile, the higher-than-UK-average rate of criminal damage and arson (0.6 per 1,000) could reflect local issues such as vandalism in open spaces or community tensions. This balance of crime types indicates a focus on localised disputes rather than large-scale criminal activity, with the area’s character as a mix of rural and suburban communities likely influencing the nature of reported crimes.

October 2024 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with bicycle theft surging by 140% (from 5 to 12 incidents), potentially linked to seasonal cycling activity or increased visibility of bikes during darker evenings. Theft from the person also doubled, rising from 2 to 4 incidents, which may be connected to Halloween-related events or increased pedestrian activity. Conversely, robbery fell sharply by 87.5% (from 8 to 1), suggesting a possible reduction in high-risk incidents during the month. Anti-social behaviour decreased by 9%, aligning with the broader trend of Mid Sussex’s crime rates remaining below the UK average for most categories. Violence and sexual offences, though the most common crime type, remained 40% below the UK average (1.6 vs 2.7 per 1,000), a consistent feature of the area’s crime profile. This contrast between local trends and national averages underscores the effectiveness of community-focused policing or the unique socio-economic factors shaping Mid Sussex’s crime profile. For residents, the doubling of bicycle theft highlights the importance of securing bikes during the autumn months, while the significant drop in robbery rates may indicate successful targeted interventions or natural fluctuations in crime patterns.

Mid Sussex’s crime rate in October 2024 rose slightly to 5.1 per 1,000 residents, a 4.9% increase from the previous month’s rate of 4.9. This monthly fluctuation, though modest, may reflect the transitional period between summer and autumn, with changing patterns of outdoor activity and visibility. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 27 crimes per day in October, a figure that, while locally relevant, lacks a direct UK-wide counterpart due to varying regional population densities. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 196 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is significantly lower than the UK average for similar-sized areas. This statistic provides context for residents, indicating that the likelihood of being directly affected by crime remains relatively low compared to national benchmarks. The population-scaled perspective further highlights Mid Sussex’s position as a safer area, with crime rates consistently below the UK average for most categories. While the increase from September to October is notable, it does not suggest a long-term upward trend, and the overall crime profile remains stable. These comparisons reinforce the importance of maintaining community-focused initiatives to sustain the area’s lower-than-average crime rates, particularly as seasonal changes continue to influence local dynamics.