Wealden Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In October 2025, Wealden's crime profile revealed a clear dominance of violent crime over property crime, a dynamic that may reflect broader social or environmental factors. The overall crime rate stood at 4.3 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 44.2% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This stark contrast underscores Wealden’s relative safety compared to the national picture. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 34.0% of all recorded crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour at 22.7%, highlighting the prominence of interpersonal conflicts and disorderly conduct in the area. Seasonal factors, such as the clocks going back and the approach of Halloween, may have influenced these patterns, with darker evenings contributing to increased anti-social behaviour. The lower rates of property crimes—such as shoplifting, burglary, and vehicle crime—suggest that Wealden’s residents may benefit from a combination of strong community engagement, effective policing, or a built environment that limits opportunities for such offences. Violent crime rates in Wealden were 44% below the UK average, a figure that could be linked to the area’s demographic characteristics, including a higher proportion of older residents or a lower population density, both of which are commonly associated with reduced violent crime. This balance between crime types offers a nuanced view of Wealden’s safety, one that contrasts sharply with the UK’s broader trends.

October 2025 saw notable shifts in Wealden’s crime profile, with several categories experiencing significant changes. Possession of weapons surged by 140%, rising from five to twelve incidents—a sharp increase that may reflect heightened tensions or a specific local issue. Concurrently, drug-related offences rose by 112.5%, moving from eight to seventeen cases, a development that could be tied to seasonal factors or broader regional trends. Robbery also saw a 100% increase, with incidents doubling from three to six, though this remains a rare occurrence given the area’s overall low crime rate. In contrast, public order offences dropped by 31.3%, decreasing from 67 to 46, due to improved policing efforts around Halloween or a reduction in alcohol-related incidents. The balance between violent and property crime remained a defining feature of the month, with violent offences (243) accounting for 34.0% of all recorded crimes, compared to property crimes (219) at 22.7%. This disparity suggests that community safety initiatives may be more effective in deterring property crime, while addressing the root causes of violence remains a priority. Wealden’s violent crime rate—1.5 per 1,000—was 44% below the UK average, a figure that likely reflects the area’s lower population density and a stronger emphasis on community cohesion.

Wealden’s crime rate in October 2025 rose by 7.5% from the previous month’s 4.0 per 1,000, reaching 4.3 per 1,000. While this increase is modest, it highlights the volatility of crime statistics over short periods. On a daily basis, 23 crimes were reported in October, a figure that provides residents with a tangible sense of the local crime frequency. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 233 residents, a monthly exposure rate that places Wealden among the safer areas in the UK. With a population of 166,908, the area’s low crime rate is even more striking, as it means that the vast majority of residents are unlikely to be directly affected by crime. The previous month’s rate of 4.0 per 1,000 suggests that the increase in October may have been driven by specific incidents, such as the rise in possession of weapons or drug-related offences. However, the overall trend remains one of relative safety, with Wealden’s crime rate continuing to lag well below the UK average. This comparison reinforces the idea that Wealden’s unique characteristics—whether geographic, demographic, or social—contribute to its lower crime levels, offering a model for other areas seeking to reduce their own crime rates.