Hailsham Crime Rate September 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Hailsham’s September 2023 crime rate of 5.5 per 1,000 residents stands out as one of the lowest in the UK, 31.2% below the national average of 8.0. This stark contrast raises questions about the factors underpinning Hailsham’s relatively secure environment, particularly given its status as a built-up area within Wealden. The most significant category by volume was violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 46% of all crimes. While this figure may seem alarming, the rate of 2.5 per 1,000 is 9% below the UK average, suggesting that local efforts—such as community policing or targeted interventions—may be effective. Anti-social behaviour followed with 15% of total crimes, but its rate of 0.8 per 1,000 is 40% below the UK average. This pattern hints at a broader trend: Hailsham’s crime profile appears to be shaped by a combination of geographic characteristics and seasonal rhythms. September, marked by the return to school and the start of university terms, likely influences crime patterns, with reduced outdoor activity lowering incidents of anti-social behaviour and public order offences. However, the sharp rise in possession of weapons—a category that saw a 100% increase from one to two cases—introduces a new variable that deserves closer attention. This uptick could be linked to the influx of students or the heightened visibility of such offences during the transition to colder weather. The overall crime rate, while lower than the UK average, is not immune to fluctuations, as evidenced by the 18.6% monthly decline from August’s 6.7 per 1,000. These changes reflect the interplay between local initiatives and national trends, underscoring the need for continued monitoring.

September 2023 saw sharp increases in possession of weapons (+100%), other crime (+100%), and robbery (+100%), all of which were previously unreported in August. These spikes, though small in absolute numbers, underscore potential shifts in local dynamics, such as heightened tensions during the back-to-school period. Conversely, anti-social behaviour fell by 51.4% (from 35 to 17 cases), a drop consistent with the end of summer holidays and reduced public gatherings. The category of violence and sexual offences, though comprising 46% of all crimes, remained 9% below the UK average (2.7 vs 2.5 per 1,000). This contrast highlights Hailsham’s unique profile, where violent crimes are prevalent but not excessive compared to national standards. For residents, the daily average of four crimes per day offers a tangible reference point for understanding local risk levels.

Hailsham’s September 2023 crime rate of 5.5 per 1,000 residents marks an 18.6% decrease from the previous month’s 6.7 per 1,000. This decline aligns with broader trends observed during the transition from summer to autumn, a period typically associated with reduced outdoor activity and fewer large gatherings. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 183 residents, a figure that contextualises the scale of incidents within the local population. Daily crime counts averaged four per day, a rate that, while seemingly modest, reflects the area’s built-up nature and the presence of community-focused policing initiatives. When compared to the UK average, Hailsham’s overall rate remains 31.2% lower, suggesting that local factors—such as strong community engagement or effective crime prevention strategies—may contribute to this sustained disparity. The population of 20,712 further contextualises these figures, highlighting that even minor fluctuations in crime numbers can represent meaningful shifts for residents.