Polegate Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For an area of 11,256 residents, Polegate recorded 42 crimes in October 2025, translating to a crime rate of 3.7 per 1,000 individuals—51.9% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This places Polegate among the safer built-up areas within Wealden, where community cohesion and local policing initiatives likely contribute to sustained low crime levels. The crime profile reflects a balanced mix of violent and property offences, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 33.3% of total incidents, followed by property crimes (17) and violent crimes (14). Seasonal factors may play a role, as October’s darker evenings and Halloween activities could influence patterns of anti-social behaviour and public order offences. However, the overall rate remains significantly lower than the UK average, suggesting a combination of effective local strategies and demographic factors that reduce exposure to high-risk environments. The area’s relatively low property crime rate—particularly for shoplifting, which dropped by two-thirds compared to September—may indicate strong retail security measures or reduced foot traffic in key areas. At the same time, the sharp rise in criminal damage and arson highlights the need for targeted interventions in specific locations, such as public spaces or commercial zones, where vandalism could be concentrated.

October 2025 saw a 133.3% increase in criminal damage and arson, rising from 3 to 7 incidents. This jump, though small in absolute terms, may reflect seasonal factors such as increased outdoor activity during Halloween or targeted vandalism linked to local events. Meanwhile, shoplifting fell by 66.7% (from 9 to 3), a decline that could be attributed to heightened retail security measures or reduced foot traffic during the month. The violent crime category remains 55% below the UK average, with violence and sexual offences at 1.2 per 1,000—well below the national 2.7 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour incidents dropped by 55.6%, due to community engagement efforts or the impact of shorter daylight hours deterring certain types of public disturbances.

Compared to September 2025, Polegate’s crime rate rose by 2.5% to 3.7 per 1,000 residents from 3.6 per 1,000. This modest increase, however, does not translate to a significant shift in the area’s overall safety profile. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly one crime per day in October, a figure that, while low, underscores the need for continuous vigilance. When scaled to the population of 11,256, this means that over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 268 residents—a ratio that highlights the relatively low exposure to crime compared to national averages. This context is crucial for residents, as it illustrates that while the rate is slightly up, the absolute number of incidents remains minimal, suggesting that local initiatives and community policing are still effective in maintaining safety.