Heathfield (Wealden) Crime Rate May 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Heathfield (Wealden) reported a crime rate of 3.2 per 1,000 residents in May 2024, a figure that remains 61.9% below the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000. The area’s crime profile is dominated by violence and sexual offences (34.6% of total crimes), followed by criminal damage and arson (23.1%) and anti-social behaviour (15.4%). These patterns align with the built-up area’s character, where a mix of residential and commercial spaces may contribute to incidents involving public order and property damage. May’s seasonal context—longer evenings, bank holidays, and increased outdoor socialising—likely played a role in the 200% rise in criminal damage and arson, as well as the 50% increase in violence and sexual offences. While these spikes are notable, the overall crime rate remains among the lowest in the UK, with violence and sexual offences 61% below the national average. Anti-social behaviour, another key category, is 66% below the UK average, suggesting that community cohesion and local policing efforts may be effective in mitigating such incidents. The relatively low rate of shoplifting (38% below the UK average) and vehicle crime (79% below) further indicates that Heathfield’s built-up area is less prone to theft-related offences than typical for its size. These trends, however, must be interpreted with caution, as seasonal variations and local factors can influence crime patterns. For example, the 200% increase in criminal damage and arson may be linked to May’s weather conditions or increased outdoor activity without further analysis. Overall, Heathfield’s crime statistics reflect a generally safe environment, with targeted efforts likely contributing to its sustained performance relative to national benchmarks.

May 2024 saw a dramatic 200% increase in criminal damage and arson, rising from 2 to 6 incidents. This surge, the most significant month-on-month change, contrasts with a 75% drop in other theft, which fell from 4 to 1. Violence and sexual offences also rose by 50%, increasing from 6 to 9, though the category remains 61% below the UK average of 2.8 per 1,000. The shift in crime types highlights a growing emphasis on property-related offences, with criminal damage and arson now accounting for 23.1% of all crimes—compared to 15.4% for anti-social behaviour. Vehicle crime doubled to 1 incident, marking a 100% increase from April. These patterns align with May’s seasonal context, where longer evenings and bank holidays may have contributed to increased outdoor activity and associated risks. Residents may find the 61.9% below UK average figure particularly relevant, as it underscores Heathfield’s continued safety relative to national standards.

Heathfield (Wealden) recorded a crime rate of 3.2 per 1,000 residents in May 2024, marking an 8.5% increase from the previous month’s rate of 2.9 per 1,000. This rise, while modest, reflects a slight uptick in reported incidents across the built-up area. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one crime per day in May, a figure that, while low, underscores the ongoing need for vigilance. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 315 residents, a monthly exposure rate that remains significantly lower than the UK average. With a population of 8,182, Heathfield’s small size means that even minor fluctuations in crime rates can be more pronounced when viewed in absolute terms. The increase in May may be partially attributed to the seasonal transition, with longer evenings and increased outdoor socialising potentially influencing patterns of anti-social behaviour and public order offences. However, the overall rate remains well below the UK average, highlighting the area’s relatively safe environment compared to national trends.