Uckfield Crime Rate April 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Uckfield's crime rate of 4.1 per 1,000 residents in April 2023 underscores its position as one of the UK's safest areas, 45.3% below the national average. This figure is particularly striking given the 85.7% month-on-month increase in criminal damage and arson, which rose from seven to thirteen incidents. The area's violent crime rate of 1.3 per 1,000 (30.7% of total crimes) is 50% below the UK average, a pattern consistent with Uckfield's rural character and limited commercial density. Anti-social behaviour (21.0% of crimes) and criminal damage and arson (21.0%) dominate the crime mix, though the latter's UK comparison highlights an anomaly: despite the local increase, Uckfield's rate remains 48% above the national average for this category. Seasonal factors may partly explain these trends, as Easter activities and spring weather typically correlate with higher outdoor activity and transient populations. The overall balance of property (38.6%) and violent (30.7%) crimes suggests a crime profile shaped by domestic disputes and minor vandalism rather than large-scale criminal enterprise. This aligns with Uckfield's status as a small built-up area within Wealden, where community cohesion and limited urban infrastructure likely contribute to the sustained low crime levels.

April 2023 saw significant fluctuations in specific crime categories. Criminal damage and arson rose sharply by 85.7% (7 to 13 incidents), marking the largest month-on-month increase. This surge, though still below the UK average, contrasts with notable declines in other areas: public order offences fell by 33.3% (6 to 4), and other theft dropped by 60% (5 to 2). The area's violent crime rate of 1.3 per 1,000 is 50% below the UK average, a consistent trend linked to Uckfield's rural character and limited nightlife. Meanwhile, burglary—a category where Uckfield matches the UK average—saw a 100% increase from zero to five incidents, likely reflecting seasonal shifts as Easter activities brought transient populations to the area.

Uckfield's crime rate in April 2023 stood at 4.1 per 1,000 residents, a 6.1% decrease from the previous month's rate of 4.4. This continued downward trend aligns with the area's historically low crime profile compared to the UK average. Daily crime statistics reveal an average of two reported incidents per day, reflecting the small population of 14,974 residents. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 242 residents, a figure that contextualises the scale of incidents relative to local demographics. While this monthly exposure is lower than the UK average, the disparity is most pronounced in property crimes, where Uckfield's rate is 78% below the national average for vehicle crime. The population context highlights how even modest numbers translate to significantly lower risk for residents compared to larger urban centres.