Mid Sussex Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Mid Sussex's crime rate in September 2025 stood at 4.7 per 1,000, significantly below the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000. This places the area 36.5% below national levels, a position that reflects a combination of effective local policing and demographic factors. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 28.3% of all reported incidents, followed closely by anti-social behaviour at 27.4%. These figures suggest a combination of community dynamics and policing strategies. The seasonal context of September, with its back-to-school and university freshers' week, may have influenced the crime profile, particularly in areas with high student populations. While violent crime rates were lower than the UK average, anti-social behaviour exceeded national levels by 11%, indicating a need for targeted interventions in this category. The area's overall safety record, despite the anti-social behaviour trend, underscores the effectiveness of local crime prevention measures. Public order offences remained below the UK average by 7%, and criminal damage and arson were 25% below national levels, suggesting a generally stable environment. These patterns are consistent with Mid Sussex's character as a mixed rural-urban area, where community cohesion and policing initiatives likely contribute to lower overall crime rates compared to more densely populated regions.

September saw notable changes in specific crime categories, with bicycle theft increasing by 33.3% compared to August. This rise, from 3 to 4 incidents, may be linked to the start of the university term and increased cycling activity as students return to campus. Conversely, possession of weapons fell by 58.3%, dropping from 12 to 5 cases, a decline that could reflect ongoing community engagement efforts or seasonal factors. The balance between property and violent crime also shifted slightly, with violent crimes making up 28.3% of the total, while anti-social behaviour remained the second most common category at 27.4%. Violence and sexual offences in Mid Sussex were 50% below the UK average, a stark contrast to the 11% increase in anti-social behaviour compared to national levels. These variations highlight the need for targeted interventions in areas where local crime patterns diverge from national trends.

Mid Sussex's crime rate in September 2025 remained stable at 4.6 per 1,000 compared to the previous month, reflecting a 1.1% change. This consistency suggests no major shifts in overall crime trends, though local variations in specific categories warrant closer attention. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 25 reported crimes per day, a figure that provides a tangible sense of frequency for residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 214 residents, a monthly exposure rate that contextualises the scale of incidents relative to the population. When compared to the UK average, Mid Sussex's lower crime rate highlights a distinct pattern that may be influenced by local factors such as community policing initiatives or demographic characteristics. The population context further illustrates that while the area's crime rate is below national levels, the absolute number of incidents still requires attention from local authorities and residents alike.