Sussex Police

Is Bersted Safe?

Crime statistics for Bersted. Based on official UK Police data, updated December 2025.

Last 36 months: January 2023 – December 2025 2,856 crimes
5 / 100 High Crime

Safety Score !

2,856 Crimes (last 36 months)
60.5% Resolution Rate (last 36m) !
↑29% vs Previous 12 Months

Crime Zone Map

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Very Safe (85+) Safe (65–84) Average (45–64) Below Avg (25–44) High Crime (0–24)

Crime by Category

Last 36 months — 2,856 total crimes recorded in Bersted

Violent Crime
782 27.4%
Shoplifting
591 20.7%
Anti-Social Behaviour
362 12.7%
Public Order
242 8.5%
Criminal Damage & Arson
237 8.3%
Other Theft
193 6.8%
Burglary
122 4.3%
Vehicle Crime
117 4.1%
Other Crime
67 2.3%
Drugs
51 1.8%
Bicycle Theft
33 1.2%
Possession of Weapons
27 0.9%
Robbery
27 0.9%
Theft from Person
5 0.2%

Monthly Crime Trend

Month-by-month crime totals for Bersted — last 36 months

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bersted safe?

Bersted has a CrimeRadar safety score of 5/100, rated High Crime. 1,108 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months. Bersted has above-average crime levels and caution is advised.

How many crimes were recorded in Bersted in the last 12 months?

1,108 crimes were recorded in Bersted in the last 12 months. This is an increase of 29% compared to the previous 12-month period (859 crimes).

What is the most common crime in Bersted?

The most common crime in Bersted is Violent Crime, with 782 incidents recorded in the last 12 months. This accounts for 70.6% of all reported crimes in the area.

Is crime in Bersted increasing or decreasing?

Crime in Bersted is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 29% compared to the same period the previous year. This is something residents and prospective buyers should be aware of.

What is the safety score for Bersted?

Bersted has a safety score of 5 out of 100 (High Crime). CrimeRadar safety scores are calculated from crime volume, year-on-year trend, and crime resolution rate. A score of 85+ is Very Safe, 65–84 is Safe, 45–64 is Average, 25–44 is Below Average, and below 25 is High Crime.

How does Bersted compare to the Sussex Police average?

Bersted has a safety score of 5/100, while the Sussex Police force area average is 45/100. Bersted is below the force average for safety. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

What is the crime resolution rate in Bersted?

60.5% of crimes in Bersted resulted in a formal resolution in the last 12 months. This means charges, cautions, penalty notices, or other official outcomes. The UK national average is typically 5–15% for most areas.

How much violent crime is there in Bersted?

782 violent crimes were recorded in Bersted in the last 12 months, representing 70.6% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for 362 incidents.

When was the crime data for Bersted last updated?

The crime data for Bersted was last updated in December 2025. CrimeRadar sources all data from the official UK Police Data API, operated by the Home Office. New data is published approximately every month with a 2-month lag.

How can I compare Bersted with other areas?

You can compare Bersted with any other UK neighbourhood using CrimeRadar's Compare tool. It shows side-by-side safety scores, crime volumes, category breakdowns, and resolution rates. Visit crimeradar.co.uk/compare to start a comparison.

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Data source: All crime data is sourced from the UK Police Data, operated by the Home Office, and is published under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Last updated: December 2025.