Uckfield Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Uckfield’s crime rate in April 2025 stood at 4.9 per 1,000 residents, a figure 36.4% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This stark divergence underscores the area’s relatively low crime profile compared to the national context. The breakdown of incidents revealed that violence and sexual offences accounted for 37.8% of all crimes, with 28 reported cases, while anti-social behaviour followed closely at 28.4%, driven by 21 incidents. These categories, though significant locally, remain below the UK averages for violence (2.6 per 1,000) and anti-social behaviour (1.3 per 1,000). The seasonality of April, marked by Easter and spring weather, likely contributed to the distribution of crimes, with increased outdoor activity potentially influencing patterns of anti-social behaviour and public order incidents. However, the most striking anomaly was the 70% reduction in shoplifting compared to the UK average, suggesting either heightened vigilance in retail areas or the absence of high-footfall locations that typically drive such offences. This contrast with the UK average highlights Uckfield’s unique demographic and geographic characteristics, which may include a lower proportion of tourists and a more subdued commercial environment compared to larger urban centres. The data also shows that property crimes, such as burglary, remained low at 0.3 per 1,000, despite a 100% month-on-month increase, indicating that while there was a spike in certain categories, the overall trend remains firmly in the realm of low incidence. This pattern aligns with Uckfield’s status as a built-up area within Wealden, where the rural character and limited urban density likely contribute to the lower crime rates observed. The seasonal context of April, with its focus on Easter and the transition to warmer weather, may have influenced the timing of certain crimes, though the data does not provide sufficient detail to confirm direct causal links. Overall, the combination of low crime rates, the absence of major criminal categories, and the specific anomalies in shoplifting and vehicle crime illustrates a community that, while not immune to crime, maintains a significantly lower risk profile than the national average.

April 2025 saw significant shifts in crime patterns, including a 100% increase in burglary, robbery, and theft from the person, though these remained rare with only one reported incident each. Conversely, vehicle crime dropped by 75%, and drug-related offences fell by two-thirds, suggesting possible seasonal or operational factors influencing these trends. The breakdown of crimes reveals that violence and sexual offences, at 1.9 per 1,000, are 27% below the UK average, while anti-social behaviour is 5% above the national rate. This mix of outcomes highlights the combination of local dynamics and broader regional trends. Shoplifting incidents were 70% below the UK average, a stark contrast to the 30% reduction in criminal damage and arson. Residents may find the sharp decline in vehicle crime particularly relevant, as it could indicate improved security measures or reduced opportunities for such offences in the area.

In April 2025, Uckfield’s crime rate of 4.9 per 1,000 residents marked a 7.5% decrease from March’s 5.3 per 1,000, reflecting a continued downward trend. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 202 residents, a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure for locals. This translates to approximately 2 crimes per day across the built-up area, a rate that remains lower than the UK average. The population of 14,974 further underscores the scale of these figures, with the local context suggesting that the area’s lower crime levels may be linked to its rural character and limited urban density. While the daily crime count provides a snapshot of activity, the monthly aggregate highlights the relatively low frequency of incidents in Uckfield compared to larger, more densely populated regions. This contrast is amplified when considering the area’s proximity to Wealden’s broader landscape, where crime rates tend to be influenced by different socioeconomic and geographic factors.