Uckfield Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Uckfield's November 2024 crime rate of 4.4 per 1,000 residents stands 42.1% below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000, reflecting a safer environment compared to national trends. The area's crime profile is shaped by a combination of local factors and seasonal rhythms, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 30.3% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (15.2%) and public order offences (13.6%). This distribution suggests a focus on interpersonal and community-level issues rather than property crime, which constitutes 36.4% of reported incidents (24 out of 66 total). The seasonal context of November—marked by Bonfire Night, Black Friday shopping, and extended darkness—likely influences patterns, as evidenced by the 13.6% share of public order offences, which may correlate with increased community gatherings or heightened police visibility. Violence and sexual offences, while below the UK average (2.6 per 1,000), remain the most prevalent category, potentially reflecting the area's small-town dynamics where interpersonal conflicts may be more visible in a close-knit community. The relatively low rate of property crimes, particularly shoplifting (6.1% of total) and burglary (1.5%), contrasts with national trends, due to Uckfield's built-up area status within Wealden, which may lack the high-density retail or commercial hubs that drive such offences in larger urban centres. These patterns illustrate a localised crime profile that balances community-specific challenges with broader national comparisons, offering insights into how seasonal and geographical factors interact to shape monthly crime statistics.

November 2024 saw significant month-on-month changes in Uckfield's crime profile, with public order offences surging by 200% (from 3 to 9 incidents), likely linked to Bonfire Night events and the darker evenings of late autumn. This increase contrasts with a 50% drop in shoplifting (from 8 to 4 incidents), possibly reflecting heightened police presence during peak shopping periods or the impact of Black Friday promotions reducing opportunities for theft. Robbery and vehicle crime both doubled from October levels (0 to 2 and 0 to 5 respectively), though these figures remain below UK averages (0.1 and 0.4 per 1,000). Violent crimes—despite being the most frequent category—remain 50% below the UK average (2.6 per 1,000), suggesting Uckfield's community may have mechanisms to mitigate interpersonal conflicts. Anti-social behaviour, at 0.7 per 1,000, is 37% below the UK average, indicating effective local policing or community engagement strategies. The sharp decline in burglary (75% drop from 4 to 1 incidents) may point to improved home security measures or the absence of large-scale housing developments that typically drive such crimes. These fluctuations highlight the dynamic interplay between seasonal events and local crime patterns, offering residents a snapshot of how specific incidents can shift monthly statistics.

Uckfield's November 2024 crime rate of 4.4 per 1,000 represents a 24.6% increase from October's 3.5 per 1,000, though it remains significantly below the UK average. This rise, while notable, is tempered by the area's consistently low crime levels, with 66 total incidents over 30 days translating to an average of 2 crimes per day. For residents, this equates to a 1-in-227 chance of experiencing a reported crime during the month—a figure that, when compared to UK-wide statistics, underscores Uckfield's relative safety. The population context is critical here: with 14,974 residents, even small shifts in crime rates have tangible implications for local policing and community resources. For instance, the 200% increase in public order offences—though still below the UK average (0.5 per 1,000)—may require targeted interventions during peak seasonal events like Bonfire Night. Conversely, the 75% drop in burglary, while positive, could indicate that existing crime prevention measures are working effectively. These numbers, when viewed through a population-scaled lens, provide a clearer picture of how Uckfield's crime trends compare to both historical data and national benchmarks, offering residents and local authorities a data-driven basis for assessing safety and allocating resources.