Uckfield Crime Rate August 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Uckfield’s August 2024 crime rate of 5.3 per 1,000 residents places the built-up area 35.4% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000, highlighting a consistently lower crime profile than national benchmarks. The most prevalent crimes were violence and sexual offences (26 cases, 32.9% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (20 cases, 25.3%) and public order offences (7 cases, 8.9%). These figures align with Uckfield’s character as a smaller, largely rural-adjacent town within Wealden, where community networks and lower population density may contribute to lower violent crime rates. Seasonal factors, however, introduced volatility: August’s peak holiday season, marked by increased tourism and transient populations, likely influenced spikes in shoplifting and other theft. Despite this, Uckfield’s violent crime rate (1.7 per 1,000) was 37% below the UK average, suggesting effective local measures in curbing aggression and disorder. The area’s low burglary rate (0.1 per 1,000) also contrasts with the UK average (0.3 per 1,000), potentially reflecting strong property security or fewer vacant homes during the summer months. These patterns illustrate a balance between seasonal pressures and the area’s inherent demographic and geographic advantages in maintaining safety.

August 2024 marked a sharp rise in shoplifting, with incidents jumping from 2 to 7—a 250% increase—likely tied to increased foot traffic during the holiday season. Other theft also rose by 100%, from 3 to 6 cases, potentially reflecting opportunistic behavior in retail areas. Vehicle crime, previously absent in July, spiked to 4 incidents, suggesting vulnerabilities in parking management or increased vehicle presence. Conversely, burglary fell by 71.4%, from 7 to 2 cases, possibly due to heightened community vigilance or fewer empty homes during the summer. Anti-social behaviour remained a significant concern, accounting for 25.3% of total crimes, though it was 10% below the UK average. These shifts underscore the combination of seasonal activity and local crime dynamics, with Uckfield’s residents facing a mix of rising and declining risks.

August 2024 saw Uckfield’s crime rate rise by 43.9% compared to July’s 3.7 per 1,000 residents, reaching 5.3 per 1,000. While this increase is notable, the area remains 35.4% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the 79 crimes reported over 31 days translate to roughly 3 crimes per day—a figure that, while not negligible, reflects a relatively low frequency for a built-up area. When scaled to the population of 14,974, the monthly exposure equates to one reported crime for every 190 residents. This ratio, though higher than July’s, still places Uckfield in a safer bracket compared to national averages. The increase may be influenced by August’s peak holiday season, which often brings transient populations and changes in local activity patterns. However, the persistence of crime rates below UK norms suggests underlying factors—such as community cohesion or local policing strategies—may be mitigating risks even during high-traffic periods.