Mid Sussex Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 161,755, 852 crimes reported in June 2025 equate to 5.3 crimes per 1,000 residents — a figure 34.6% below the UK average of 8.1. This rate places Mid Sussex among the safer local authority districts in England and Wales. The crime profile shows a distinct focus on violent and disorderly incidents: violence and sexual offences accounted for 36.7% of all crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour at 21.6%, and criminal damage and arson at 9.3%. These patterns align with the area’s character as a largely rural and semi-rural district with a mix of commuter towns and market villages, where community cohesion may help reduce property crimes but where social tensions or alcohol-related incidents could drive violent offences. Seasonal factors may also play a role: June marks the start of summer, a period when tourism begins to rise in nearby coastal areas, increasing foot traffic and associated crime in local centres. However, the data shows no significant spikes in theft from the person or vehicle crime, which might be mitigated by the area’s lower population density and fewer high-traffic commercial hubs compared to major urban centres. The overall crime rate is lower than the UK average, with every category except possession of weapons performing below the national benchmark. This suggests a combination of effective local policing, community engagement, and the inherent characteristics of a low-density, suburban environment where crime opportunities may be fewer.

June 2025 saw notable shifts in specific crime categories compared to May. Bicycle theft increased by 60.0% (5 to 8 incidents), a rise that may reflect the growing popularity of cycling as a transport mode during warmer months. Possession of weapons also rose sharply by 55.6% (9 to 14), a concerning trend that could signal increased knife crime or illicit activity in certain areas. Conversely, drug-related crimes fell by 50.0% (26 to 13), a drop that may be linked to targeted enforcement efforts or seasonal factors such as reduced social gatherings. Burglary rates dropped by 41.7% (36 to 21), due to heightened awareness during the summer or fewer unoccupied homes as people take holidays. The overall balance of crime types shows a 36.7% share of violent crimes — significantly higher than the UK average of 2.9 per 1,000 — but this is offset by the area’s consistently low property crime rates. Shoplifting fell by 25.9% (58 to 43), reflecting improved retail security measures or the absence of major high-street shopping areas that might drive such offences. For residents, the 34.6% gap below the UK average in overall crime rates offers reassurance, though the rise in weapons-related incidents underscores the need for continued vigilance in specific communities.

The crime rate in June 2025 (5.3 per 1,000) was 2.7% higher than the previous month’s rate of 5.1, a modest increase that does not signal a dramatic shift. On a daily basis, 28 crimes were reported each day — a figure that, while steady, may appear more frequent to residents due to the concentrated nature of certain incidents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 190 residents, a ratio that is exceptionally low compared to many urban areas. With a population of 161,755, this translates to a manageable level of risk for most residents, though this is a monthly aggregate and does not reflect daily fluctuations. The comparison to the UK average highlights Mid Sussex’s relative safety: its violent crime rate (1.9 per 1,000) is 34% below the national benchmark, and anti-social behaviour incidents are 23% below the UK average. However, the slight rise in weapons-related crimes (25% above the UK average) suggests a need for targeted interventions. The population-scaled perspective reinforces that while crime is not absent, its impact is diluted across a larger area, making it less likely to concentrate in any single neighbourhood. This balance between low overall rates and specific local concerns illustrates a community that is generally secure but requires attention to emerging issues such as knife crime.