Polegate Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

November 2024 saw Polegate’s crime rate fall to 4.2 per 1,000 residents, 44.7% below the UK average of 7.6. This stark contrast highlights the area’s relatively low crime profile, despite seasonal pressures such as Bonfire Night and Black Friday shopping. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 34% of all reported crimes, followed by shoplifting (17%) and anti-social behaviour (15%). The seasonal context of November—marked by extended evenings and high-street activity—likely influenced patterns, though the absence of major spikes in property crime or public order offences suggests effective local policing or community engagement. The UK-wide comparison underscores Polegate’s safety, with violent crime rates 46% below the national average and anti-social behaviour incidents 46% lower than typical. However, the month’s data also reveals a nuanced picture: while shoplifting dropped by 60% from October’s 20 cases, the rise in robbery from zero to one case raises questions about unmet security needs in specific locations. This anomaly, coupled with the overall downward trend, invites further examination of how local initiatives or environmental factors may have contributed to this shift.

November 2024 brought unexpected changes in Polegate’s crime profile. Robbery cases surged by 100%, jumping from zero to one incident—a stark outlier against the general decline in crime. This increase, though minimal in absolute terms, contrasts with a 75% reduction in burglary cases, which dropped from four to one. Shoplifting also fell sharply by 60%, from 20 to eight, potentially reflecting the impact of Black Friday promotions on retail security measures. Meanwhile, criminal damage and arson decreased by 60%, from five to two incidents, though this remains below the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000. The data also highlights how Polegate’s violent crime rate—1.4 per 1,000—stays 46% below the UK average, a consistent trend that may reflect the area’s demographic or geographic characteristics. Anti-social behaviour incidents (0.6 per 1,000) are 46% below the UK average, suggesting a lower prevalence of disruptive activities despite the month’s seasonal challenges. These figures, while broadly positive, underscore the need to address the small but significant rise in robbery, which could signal vulnerabilities in specific high-risk locations or times.

Polegate’s November 2024 crime rate of 4.2 per 1,000 residents marks a 34.7% decrease from October’s 6.4, reflecting a sustained downward trend. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 239 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is significantly lower than the UK average. On a daily basis, the area experienced an average of two crimes per day—a figure that, while not negligible, is far below the national context. The population of 11,256 residents further contextualises these numbers: even with the 100% increase in robbery, the absolute number of incidents remains small relative to the size of the community. This contrast with the UK average is particularly striking in categories such as violence and sexual offences, where Polegate’s rate is 46% below the national figure. The daily crime context provides residents with a tangible sense of safety, though the rise in robbery serves as a reminder that even low-crime areas can experience isolated spikes. These figures suggest that while the overall environment is secure, targeted efforts may be needed to address the specific factors contributing to the increase in robbery cases.