Polegate Crime Rate August 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Polegate's August 2023 crime rate of 4.5 per 1,000 residents remains significantly below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000, reflecting a 44.4% gap. This low rate, combined with a stable month-on-month trend, suggests that the built-up area's crime profile is relatively consistent. Violence and sexual offences (13 cases) and anti-social behaviour (11 cases) accounted for the largest shares of reported crimes, though both categories were well below national averages. The seasonal context of August—peak holiday month and increased tourism—may have influenced patterns, such as the 100% rise in burglary cases, potentially linked to empty homes during school holidays. Despite the overall safety of the area, the sharp increases in 'other crime' and vehicle crime highlight areas for vigilance. The low violent crime rate aligns with Polegate's character as a mixed residential and commercial hub, where community engagement and local policing may contribute to reduced incidents. However, the spike in non-violent crimes suggests that targeted awareness campaigns could help mitigate these emerging trends.

August 2023 saw significant increases in three categories: other crime, vehicle crime, and burglary, each rising by 100% compared to July. This surge in 'other crime'—which includes offences not falling into standard categories—was 54% above the UK average of 0.1 per 1,000, a stark contrast to other categories that remained below national benchmarks. While violent crimes (13 cases) and anti-social behaviour (11 cases) remained the most common, their rates were 55% and 31% below UK averages respectively, underscoring Polegate's generally lower violent crime profile. The rise in vehicle crime, despite being 18% below the UK average, may reflect increased traffic during the peak holiday season. Residents should be particularly vigilant regarding 'other crime' and burglary, which saw sharp month-on-month increases, even if these categories remain relatively rare in the area.

Polegate's crime rate in August 2023 remained stable at 4.6 per 1,000, a 1.9% decrease from the previous month's 4.6 rate, reflecting a consistent trend. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 221 residents, a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure for local residents. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately two crimes per day, a rate that aligns with the low overall crime profile of the built-up area. Compared to the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000, Polegate's rate is 44.4% lower, highlighting its relative safety. The population-scaled perspective shows that the crime rate is significantly below the UK average, suggesting that local factors—such as community policing efforts or the area's character as a mixed residential and commercial hub—may contribute to this trend. This consistency in crime levels over the month indicates that no major shifts have occurred in the local security landscape.