Is East Grinstead Town Safe?
Crime statistics for East Grinstead Town. Based on official UK Police data, updated December 2025.
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Crime by Category
Last 36 months — 2,209 total crimes recorded in East Grinstead Town
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for East Grinstead Town — last 36 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is East Grinstead Town safe?
East Grinstead Town has a CrimeRadar safety score of 31/100, rated Below Average. 672 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months. East Grinstead Town has above-average crime levels and caution is advised.
How many crimes were recorded in East Grinstead Town in the last 12 months?
672 crimes were recorded in East Grinstead Town in the last 12 months. This is a decrease of 17.2% compared to the previous 12-month period (812 crimes).
What is the most common crime in East Grinstead Town?
The most common crime in East Grinstead Town is Violent Crime, with 665 incidents recorded in the last 12 months. This accounts for 99% of all reported crimes in the area.
Is crime in East Grinstead Town increasing or decreasing?
Crime in East Grinstead Town is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 17.2% compared to the same period the previous year. This is a positive sign for the area.
What is the safety score for East Grinstead Town?
East Grinstead Town has a safety score of 31 out of 100 (Below Average). 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 East Grinstead Town compare to the Sussex Police average?
East Grinstead Town has a safety score of 31/100, while the Sussex Police force area average is 45/100. East Grinstead Town 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 East Grinstead Town?
56.4% of crimes in East Grinstead Town 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 East Grinstead Town?
665 violent crimes were recorded in East Grinstead Town in the last 12 months, representing 99% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for 406 incidents.
When was the crime data for East Grinstead Town last updated?
The crime data for East Grinstead Town 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 East Grinstead Town with other areas?
You can compare East Grinstead Town 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.