Wealden Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Wealden’s crime rate in November 2025 stood at 4.2 per 1,000 residents, placing it 42.5% below the UK average of 7.3. This stark contrast highlights the area’s relatively low crime profile compared to national trends. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 32.8% of all reported incidents, though this rate was 46% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, contributing 19.6% of total crimes, also significantly below the national benchmark. The data suggests a community where property crimes, such as shoplifting and burglary, are less frequent than in many other parts of the country. Seasonal factors may have influenced this pattern, with November’s darker evenings and events like Bonfire Night potentially contributing to a modest rise in violence-related incidents. However, the overall low crime rate indicates effective local policing or community engagement strategies, though further analysis would be needed to confirm this. The balance of crime types also reflects a mix of urban and rural characteristics, with property crimes remaining lower than expected for an area of this size. This suggests that Wealden’s crime profile is shaped by a combination of geographic factors and a strong local community presence.

November 2025 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with bicycle theft increasing by 100% compared to the previous month, rising from zero to four incidents. This spike, though small in absolute terms, may signal a seasonal trend linked to Black Friday shopping or the start of colder weather prompting more cycling. Burglary also rose sharply, increasing by 51.7% (29 to 44 incidents), a change that could reflect heightened home security awareness during the festive season or targeted activity in specific areas. Conversely, violent crimes remained below UK averages, with violence and sexual offences at 1.4 per 1,000 residents, 46% lower than the national rate. This contrast may be due to Wealden’s relatively stable social environment or the presence of community initiatives that deter aggression. Robbery and theft from the person both fell by two-thirds, a decline that could be attributed to increased police patrols during the month or the impact of local anti-crime campaigns. The overall crime mix also shifted slightly, with property crimes making up a smaller share of total incidents than in previous months, suggesting a temporary reduction in retail-related offences. These fluctuations, while minor, illustrate the dynamic nature of local crime trends and the potential influence of both seasonal and operational factors.

Wealden’s crime rate in November 2025 was 4.2 per 1,000 residents, a slight decrease of 2.8% compared to the previous month’s rate of 4.3. This decline, though modest, aligns with a broader trend of reduced criminal activity over the past year. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 23 crimes per day, a figure that, when scaled to the population of 166,908 residents, translates to one reported crime for every 240 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate is lower than the UK average, reflecting Wealden’s continued position as a relatively safe area. The population-scaled perspective also highlights the effectiveness of local policing efforts, as the rate of crime remains well below national benchmarks despite the month’s typical seasonal challenges, such as darker evenings and increased retail activity. The absence of significant spikes in violent or property crimes compared to other parts of the country suggests that Wealden’s demographic and geographic characteristics—likely a mix of urban and rural settings—contribute to its lower crime profile. These figures, when viewed alongside the month-on-month changes, provide a nuanced picture of a community that maintains a stable, low-crime environment even during periods of heightened activity.