Wealden Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Wealden's crime profile in October 2025 shows a clear dominance of violent crimes over property offences, a pattern that may reflect the area's mix of residential and commercial zones. With a total crime rate of 4.3 per 1,000 residents—44.2% below the UK average—the district continues to outperform national benchmarks, though the seasonal context of October adds nuance to this assessment. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (34% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (22.7%) and shoplifting (8%). This distribution suggests that public spaces, particularly those with high foot traffic, may be significant contributors to anti-social behaviour and minor thefts. The seasonal transition of October, marked by darker evenings and Halloween, could influence patterns of violent crime. The relatively low rates of property crimes, including shoplifting (0.3 per 1,000) and vehicle crime (0.1 per 1,000), may indicate effective local policing strategies or a lower density of retail and transport hubs compared to more urban centres. However, the persistent gap between Wealden's violent crime rate (1.5 per 1,000) and the UK average (2.7 per 1,000) raises questions about the factors that contribute to this disparity, whether through community initiatives, demographic characteristics, or geographic isolation from high-crime zones. As the month progresses, the interplay between these factors will likely shape future crime trends, though the current data underscores Wealden's position as a relatively safe area with a distinct crime profile.

The month-on-month data reveals stark shifts in crime patterns, with possession of weapons increasing by 140% (from 5 to 12 incidents) and drug-related offences rising by 112.5% (from 8 to 17). These jumps contrast with declines in public order offences (-31.3%) and criminal damage (-18.8%), suggesting a combination of factors influencing local crime dynamics. Violent crimes (243 incidents) still dominate over property crimes (219), a balance that may reflect the area's character as a commuter hub or mixed-use district where public spaces host higher concentrations of anti-social behaviour. The violent crime rate in Wealden (1.5 per 1,000) is 44% below the UK average, while shoplifting remains significantly lower (0.3 vs 0.6 per 1,000 UK average). Residents may find the 100% drop in robbery (from 3 to 6 incidents) a useful indicator of improved safety in high-risk areas, though the rise in weapons possession raises questions about local enforcement effectiveness.

Wealden's crime rate in October 2025 rose by 7.5% compared to the previous month, moving from 4.0 to 4.3 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though modest, reflects a shift in the crime profile as daily crime counts averaged 23 incidents per day over the 31-day period. The monthly exposure metric shows that over the course of October, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 233 residents—a figure that places Wealden well below the UK average for most crime categories. With a population of 166,908, the local context suggests that crime remains a relatively rare occurrence for residents, though the uptick in specific categories like possession of weapons and drug-related offences may signal emerging trends warranting closer attention. The population-scaled perspective highlights that even with the 7.5% increase, Wealden's crime rate remains 44.2% below the UK average, reinforcing its position as a safer area compared to national benchmarks.