Uckfield Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

October 2025 marked a continuation of Uckfield’s position as a relatively low-crime area, with an overall crime rate of 4.6 per 1,000 residents—40.3% below the UK average. This figure, while modest, underscores the area’s consistent performance against national benchmarks, a trend that may be influenced by its character as a built-up area within Wealden, likely featuring a mix of residential, commercial, and possibly rural elements. The most common crime types were violence and sexual offences (37.7% of total reports), anti-social behaviour (20.3%), and criminal damage and arson (10.1%). These patterns align with typical dynamics in small towns where social cohesion and local policing can play a role in mitigating certain types of crime. Seasonal factors also appear to be at play, with October’s darker evenings and Halloween contributing to increased incidents of anti-social behaviour or vehicle crime. However, the data also reveals a marked reduction in public order offences, which fell by 64.3% compared to September, a shift that may be linked to community initiatives or the natural ebb of seasonal activities. The area’s lower-than-average rates for shoplifting, public order, and vehicle crime suggest that local strategies—whether through targeted policing, community engagement, or environmental design—may be effective in addressing these specific issues. While the overall crime rate remains stable, the month-on-month fluctuations highlight the need for ongoing monitoring to ensure that emerging trends are addressed promptly.

The month-on-month analysis reveals stark shifts in specific crime categories. Vehicle crime surged by 200%, rising from one incident in September to three in October—a jump that may reflect seasonal changes, such as increased vehicle usage during darker evenings or Halloween-related activity. Similarly, theft from the person doubled, with one reported case in October compared to none the previous month, a trend that could be linked to heightened foot traffic or seasonal events. Conversely, public order offences dropped by 64.3%, from 14 to 5, indicating a reduction in alcohol-fuelled incidents or improved policing in key areas. Violence and sexual offences remained the most common crime type, accounting for 37.7% of total reports, but their rate of 1.7 per 1,000 was 36% below the UK average, suggesting that local efforts to address violent crime may be having an impact. These fluctuations highlight the combination of seasonal factors and community-specific dynamics in shaping crime patterns.

Uckfield’s crime rate in October 2025 stood at 4.6 per 1,000 residents, a 16.8% decline from the previous month’s rate of 5.5 per 1,000. This downward trend suggests a continued period of relative stability, though local factors may still influence fluctuations. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 217 residents, a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure in terms of population density. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately two crimes reported each day, a rate that remains consistent with the area’s historical patterns. While these figures are local-specific and not directly comparable to UK-wide daily averages, they provide a clear snapshot of Uckfield’s monthly crime dynamics. The population-scaled perspective reveals that the area’s crime burden is lower than the UK average, with the 40.3% deficit highlighting a marked contrast to national trends. This suggests that local initiatives, community engagement, or geographic characteristics may be contributing to the sustained lower crime rate, though further analysis would be required to confirm causal factors.