Wealden Crime Rate February 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Wealden, 3.3 crimes were reported in February 2024—nearly half the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000. This translates to a monthly exposure of one crime for every 303 residents, a figure that contextualises risk in everyday terms. The most prevalent crimes were violence and sexual offences (31.4% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (17.2%) and other theft (9.6%). These patterns align with Wealden’s character as a mixed-terrain district with both urban centres and rural areas, where community interactions and local infrastructure may influence crime dynamics. Violence and sexual offences, though lower than the UK average by 60%, remain a significant concern, potentially reflecting seasonal factors such as reduced outdoor activity and increased indoor socialising during winter. Anti-social behaviour’s prevalence may correlate with the district’s community density, while other theft—often linked to retail environments—suggests ongoing challenges in securing commercial spaces. The pre-spring lull in February, marked by colder weather and shorter days, may have limited opportunities for outdoor crimes, yet the persistence of violent incidents highlights the need for targeted local interventions. Overall, Wealden’s crime profile illustrates a balance between geographic diversity and the influence of seasonal rhythms on criminal activity.

February 2024 saw sharp increases in bicycle theft (+200%), theft from the person (+100%), and robbery (+100%), though these remain low in absolute terms. Bicycle theft’s surge may reflect increased cycling during winter or specific incidents in local areas. Conversely, other crime fell by 38.9% and drugs offences dropped by 27.8%, potentially indicating seasonal lulls or successful local initiatives. Violence and sexual offences—accounting for 31.4% of all crimes—were 60% below the UK average, a striking contrast to the national picture. Anti-social behaviour, at 17.2% of total crimes, was 43% below the UK rate, suggesting Wealden’s community engagement strategies may be effective. Theft from the person—now 0.0 per 1,000—was 100% below the UK average, indicating strong local measures in securing personal property. These figures underscore Wealden’s distinct crime profile, where violent incidents persist but are mitigated by lower rates of property crime compared to the UK overall.

Wealden’s crime rate in February 2024 (3.3 per 1,000) fell 12.9% from the previous month’s 3.8 per 1,000, reflecting a downward trend that may be linked to seasonal factors or local policing efforts. On a daily basis, 19 crimes were reported each day—a figure that, while routine, remains significantly lower than the UK average. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 303 residents, a statistic that contextualises risk as a rare but present concern for residents. With a population of 166,908, this translates to 551 total crimes, a number that, when scaled per capita, highlights Wealden’s comparative safety. The decrease from the prior month’s rate aligns with the pre-spring lull typical of February, though the persistence of violence and sexual offences at 31.4% of total crimes suggests ongoing challenges. This monthly exposure figure provides residents with a tangible measure of risk, illustrating that while crime is not absent, its frequency is markedly lower than both the UK average and historical trends in the area.