Wealden Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

In February 2026, Wealden’s crime rate stood at 4.1 per 1,000 residents, placing it 35.9% below the UK average of 6.4 per 1,000. This figure translates to a daily risk of roughly one crime for every 243 residents, a statistic that contextualises the area’s safety in everyday terms. The most common crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 38.5% of all reported incidents. This was followed by anti-social behaviour (17.4%) and criminal damage and arson (9.5%). The seasonal context of February—a winter month with low outdoor activity—likely contributed to the lower rates of outdoor-related crimes, such as vehicle theft, which fell by 23.3% compared to the previous month. However, the rise in theft from the person (100% increase) highlights the need for vigilance in personal security, even during periods of reduced public activity. Wealden’s performance in violent crime, with a rate 31% below the UK average, may be influenced by its relatively stable community environment and effective local policing strategies. The area’s lower rates of property crimes, such as shoplifting (31% below UK average) and vehicle crime (71% below UK average), further suggest that targeted interventions, such as improved surveillance or community engagement, have had a measurable impact. These patterns, combined with the winter lull in activity, illustrate an area where crime is managed effectively, though not without occasional fluctuations that require ongoing attention.

February 2026 saw a notable 100% increase in theft from the person, rising from zero to one reported incident. This spike, though small in absolute terms, may reflect heightened awareness or seasonal factors, such as the timing of events in the area. Conversely, vehicle crime decreased by 23.3%, aligning with a broader trend of reduced property-related offences. Anti-social behaviour also fell by 17.4%, potentially linked to the winter lull in outdoor activity and community-focused initiatives. Wealden’s violent crime rate—1.6 per 1,000—was 31% below the UK average, a significant contrast to the national figure of 2.3 per 1,000. This disparity may be influenced by the area’s character, with lower population density and community engagement likely contributing to reduced interpersonal conflicts. Meanwhile, vehicle crime’s 71% deficit compared to the UK average underscores the effectiveness of local measures, such as improved street lighting or parking enforcement, in deterring such offences.

Wealden’s crime rate in February 2026 remained stable at 4.1 per 1,000 residents, a 1.7% increase from the previous month’s 4.0. This small fluctuation suggests consistency in local policing and community efforts. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 24 reported crimes, a figure that contextualises risk in practical terms. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 243 residents, a monthly exposure rate that highlights the relatively low likelihood of personal involvement in crime. With a population of 166,908, this translates to a population-scaled perspective where the majority of residents are unlikely to encounter crime directly. The stability in the overall rate, combined with the UK-wide context—Wealden’s rate is 35.9% below the national average—suggests that the area continues to perform better than the UK average in managing crime. This comparison reinforces the effectiveness of local strategies, though it also invites scrutiny into whether such performance is consistent across all crime categories.