Is Chiddingly and East Hoathly Safe?
Crime statistics for Chiddingly and East Hoathly. Based on official UK Police data, updated December 2025.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 135 total crimes recorded in Chiddingly and East Hoathly
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Chiddingly and East Hoathly — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Chiddingly and East Hoathly safe?
Chiddingly and East Hoathly has a CrimeRadar safety score of 77/100, rated Safe. A total of 135 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 10.6% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Chiddingly and East Hoathly is considered a relatively safe area compared to the UK average, based on official UK Police data.
How many crimes were recorded in Chiddingly and East Hoathly in the last 12 months?
135 crimes were recorded in Chiddingly and East Hoathly in the last 12 months, spanning all reported crime categories from violent crime to vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. This represents a decrease of 10.6% compared to the previous 12-month period (151 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 58 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Chiddingly and East Hoathly?
The most common crime in Chiddingly and East Hoathly is Violent Crime, with 58 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 43% 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 Chiddingly and East Hoathly increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Chiddingly and East Hoathly is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 10.6% — from 151 crimes in the previous 12 months to 135 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Chiddingly and East Hoathly?
Chiddingly and East Hoathly has a safety score of 77 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 Chiddingly and East Hoathly compare to the Sussex Police average?
Chiddingly and East Hoathly has a safety score of 77/100, while the Sussex Police force area average is 45/100. Chiddingly and East Hoathly 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 Chiddingly and East Hoathly?
41.7% of crimes recorded in Chiddingly and East Hoathly 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 Chiddingly and East Hoathly?
58 violent crimes were recorded in Chiddingly and East Hoathly in the last 12 months — representing 43% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 11 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 Chiddingly and East Hoathly last updated?
The crime data for Chiddingly and East Hoathly 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 Chiddingly and East Hoathly with other areas?
You can compare Chiddingly and East Hoathly 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.