Is Boxgrove Safe?
Crime statistics for Boxgrove. Based on official UK Police data, updated December 2025.
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Crime Zone Map
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 160 total crimes recorded in Boxgrove
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Boxgrove — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Boxgrove safe?
Boxgrove has a CrimeRadar safety score of 73/100, rated Safe. A total of 160 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 5.3% compared to the previous year. Boxgrove is considered a relatively safe area compared to the UK average, based on official UK Police data.
How many crimes were recorded in Boxgrove in the last 12 months?
160 crimes were recorded in Boxgrove in the last 12 months, spanning all reported crime categories from violent crime to vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. This represents an increase of 5.3% compared to the previous 12-month period (152 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 51 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Boxgrove?
The most common crime in Boxgrove is Violent Crime, with 51 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 31.9% of all reported crimes in the area. You can view a full breakdown of all crime categories, including anti-social behaviour, vehicle crime, and burglary, in the Crime by Category section on this page.
Is crime in Boxgrove increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Boxgrove is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 5.3% — from 152 crimes in the previous 12 months to 160 in the most recent period. This upward trend is something residents and prospective buyers should factor into their decisions.
What is the safety score for Boxgrove?
Boxgrove has a safety score of 73 out of 100 (Safe). 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 Boxgrove compare to the Sussex Police average?
Boxgrove has a safety score of 73/100, while the Sussex Police force area average is 45/100. Boxgrove is safer than the force average. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.
What is the crime resolution rate in Boxgrove?
33.3% of crimes recorded in Boxgrove resulted in a formal outcome in the last 12 months. Formal outcomes include charges brought, cautions issued, fixed penalty notices, or other official resolutions recorded by Sussex Police. The national average outcome rate in England and Wales is typically 5–15% across most crime types. A higher rate suggests more effective local enforcement.
How much violent crime is there in Boxgrove?
51 violent crimes were recorded in Boxgrove in the last 12 months — representing 31.9% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 30 incidents. Violent crime encompasses assault, robbery, and related offences as classified by the UK Home Office. Data is sourced from official police reports submitted to data.police.uk.
When was the crime data for Boxgrove last updated?
The crime data for Boxgrove was last updated in December 2025. CrimeRadar sources all crime data directly from the official UK Police Data API, operated by the Home Office and published at data.police.uk under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Data is refreshed monthly and covers the most recent 36-month period. New monthly data is typically published with a 2-month lag.
How can I compare Boxgrove with other areas?
You can compare Boxgrove with any other UK neighbourhood or city using the CrimeRadar Compare tool. It shows side-by-side safety scores, crime volumes by category, year-on-year trends, and crime resolution rates. The Compare tool covers all 44 police force areas across England, Wales and Northern Ireland, with more than 4,000 built neighbourhoods available.