Uckfield Crime Rate January 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Uckfield's built-up area within Wealden recorded a crime rate of 4.1 per 1,000 residents in January 2024, placing it 44.6% below the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000. This figure, while modest, reflects the area's generally low crime profile, a characteristic often observed in smaller, tightly knit communities with strong local policing. The breakdown of crime types reveals that violence and sexual offences accounted for 37.1% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (11.3%) and public order offences (11.3%). These figures suggest that interpersonal conflicts and community disturbances remain key concerns, even as the area benefits from a lower overall rate compared to national benchmarks. Seasonal context provides a plausible explanation for some trends: January's post-holiday period, reduced retail footfall, and shorter days likely contributed to lower rates of outdoor crimes typically associated with busier months. However, the persistence of violent crime at 1.5 per 1,000—42% below the UK average—indicates that local factors such as community cohesion and policing strategies may play a role. The relatively high rate of public order offences, 4% above the UK average, may be linked to specific local conditions, such as the area's proximity to transport hubs or recreational spaces where minor disputes are more likely to escalate. Overall, the data illustrates a community that, while safer than the national average, still requires attention to targeted issues like public order and the recent surge in other thefts.

The most dramatic month-on-month change in January 2024 was a 300% increase in 'other theft' crimes, rising from one to four incidents. This surge, though small in absolute terms, contrasts sharply with the 23.3% decline in violence and sexual offences, which fell from 30 to 23 cases. The reduction in violent crime aligns with seasonal patterns, as shorter days and post-holiday footfall may have contributed to lower public interactions in high-traffic areas. Uckfield's rate for violence and sexual offences (1.5 per 1,000) is 42% below the UK average, a stark contrast to public order offences, which are 4% above the national rate at 0.5 per 1,000. Residents might find the 300% rise in other thefts particularly relevant, as it suggests a need for heightened awareness in areas where unsecured property is common. The mixed performance across categories underscores the complexity of local crime dynamics, with some types responding to seasonal factors while others remain stubbornly elevated.

Uckfield's crime rate in January 2024 stood at 4.1 per 1,000 residents, a 7.4% decrease from the previous month's rate of 4.5 per 1,000. This decline, though modest, aligns with broader seasonal trends observed in similar built-up areas during the post-holiday period. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately two reported crimes each day, a figure that, while low, reflects the area's generally safe environment. When scaled to the population of 14,974, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for every 242 residents over the course of January. This statistic provides a tangible measure of risk for residents, contextualising the rate within the local community's size. The population-scaled perspective also highlights Uckfield's position relative to national averages, with its overall crime rate remaining 44.6% below the UK average. Such figures, while reassuring, require ongoing monitoring to detect any emerging patterns that might signal shifts in local conditions.