Heathfield Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In December 2025, Heathfield (Wealden) recorded 27 crimes across a population of 8,182, resulting in a crime rate of 3.3 per 1,000 residents—52.9% below the UK average of 7.0 per 1,000. This figure, while showing a 42.2% increase from November, remains comparatively low for a built-up area. The most prevalent crimes were anti-social behaviour (29.6% of total), burglary (22.2%), and public order offences (14.8%). These patterns align with December's seasonal context: Christmas shopping, extended party nights, and the dark winter evenings may have contributed to the rise in anti-social behaviour and public order incidents. Meanwhile, the burglary rate, though 150% above the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000, remains relatively modest given the area's characteristics. The sharp contrast in violent crime—0.4 per 1,000, 84% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000—suggests that the area's social fabric may be more stable than national trends indicate. The drop in violent crime, coupled with the surge in property-related offences, hints at a shift in criminal activity that may be tied to seasonal factors, such as increased home vacancies during the holidays. These findings illustrate a small, largely rural-influenced built-up area where community dynamics and seasonal rhythms play a significant role in shaping crime patterns.

December 2025 saw a dramatic surge in anti-social behaviour, public order offences, and burglary in Heathfield (Wealden), with each category increasing by 300%, 300%, and 200% respectively compared to November. This sharp rise in anti-social behaviour—now accounting for 29.6% of total crimes—may partly explain the heightened need for community engagement during the festive season. Meanwhile, violent crimes dropped by 50%, with the rate of 0.4 per 1,000 remaining 84% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. The area's burglary rate of 0.7 per 1,000, though 150% above the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000, remains relatively low given the built-up nature of the area. These shifts suggest a combination of seasonal factors and local dynamics, with empty homes during the holidays potentially contributing to the rise in property crimes.

Heathfield (Wealden)'s crime rate in December 2025 rose 42.2% from November's 2.3 per 1,000 to 3.3 per 1,000, reflecting a noticeable upward trend over the month. While this increase is significant, the area still maintains a crime rate 52.9% below the UK average of 7.0 per 1,000. On a daily basis, Heathfield recorded approximately one crime per day in December, a figure that translates to one reported crime occurring for roughly every 303 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate underscores the relatively low frequency of crime in the area, even with the recent rise. When scaled to the local population of 8,182, the 27 total crimes reported in December represent a manageable burden for residents, though the increase in specific categories like anti-social behaviour and burglary warrants attention. The contrast between Heathfield's current rate and the UK average highlights the area's continued safety relative to national trends, despite the month-on-month climb.