Mid Sussex Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile in Mid Sussex during December 2025, accounting for 34.4% of all reported incidents. With an overall crime rate of 4.5 per 1,000 residents, the area remains 35.7% below the UK average of 7.0 per 1,000—a disparity that underscores the effectiveness of local crime prevention measures. The prevalence of violent crime, while significant, is still 42% lower than the UK average for this category, reflecting a combination of community policing efforts and demographic factors. The seasonality of December, with its long evenings and holiday-related social dynamics, likely contributed to the high proportion of violent offences, as darker conditions and increased alcohol consumption during festive gatherings may create environments conducive to such crimes. Anti-social behaviour, the second most common category, accounted for 18% of incidents, a figure 14% below the UK average, suggesting that local initiatives to manage public order are yielding results. Shoplifting, at 9.7% of total crimes, was 30% below the UK average, possibly due to the presence of retail security measures and the seasonal focus on Christmas shopping, which may have prompted increased vigilance among businesses and residents. The overall picture illustrates a balance between persistent challenges in addressing violent crime and notable successes in reducing other categories, particularly those linked to property and public order. This month's data reinforces the importance of continued investment in community-based strategies to maintain the area's relatively low crime rates, even as seasonal factors inevitably influence the types and frequencies of incidents.

December 2025 saw a 130% increase in drug-related crimes, rising from 10 to 23 incidents, a stark contrast to the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000 residents. This surge, though still below the national rate, may reflect heightened social interactions during the festive season. Bicycle theft also spiked by 100%, with three reported cases compared to zero in November, potentially linked to increased cycling during darker evenings. Conversely, theft from the person fell by 50%, dropping from two to one incident, a significant reduction that could indicate improved security measures or reduced opportunities for such crimes during the holiday period. The crime mix shifted with violent crimes accounting for 34.4% of total incidents—substantially below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000, which is 42% lower than the national figure. This suggests that while violence remains the dominant category, its prevalence in Mid Sussex is markedly lower than elsewhere in the UK. Residents may find the 50% drop in theft from the person particularly reassuring, as it indicates a tangible improvement in personal safety during a time of year traditionally associated with higher crime risks.

Mid Sussex's crime rate in December 2025 stood at 4.5 per 1,000 residents, a 7.1% decrease from the previous month's rate of 4.8 per 1,000. This decline aligns with broader seasonal patterns, as the festive period typically sees reduced street activity and increased home occupancy. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 23 crimes per day, a figure that reflects both the local population density and the distribution of crime types. Over the course of December, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 223 residents, a monthly aggregate that highlights the relatively low frequency of incidents compared to the UK average. This statistic is particularly meaningful for residents, as it contextualises the risk within a familiar framework of community size and activity. The population-scaled perspective further underscores that Mid Sussex remains significantly safer than the UK average, with its crime rate 35.7% below the national figure. This consistency in lower rates suggests that local policing strategies and community engagement efforts may be contributing to sustained reductions, though external factors such as seasonal lulls in criminal activity cannot be ruled out.