Is Lavant Safe?
Crime statistics for Lavant. 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 — 323 total crimes recorded in Lavant
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Lavant — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lavant safe?
Lavant has a CrimeRadar safety score of 54/100, rated Average. A total of 323 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 27.7% compared to the previous year. Crime levels in Lavant are broadly in line with the UK average.
How many crimes were recorded in Lavant in the last 12 months?
323 crimes were recorded in Lavant 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 27.7% compared to the previous 12-month period (253 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 118 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Lavant?
The most common crime in Lavant is Violent Crime, with 118 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 36.5% 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 Lavant increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Lavant is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 27.7% — from 253 crimes in the previous 12 months to 323 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 Lavant?
Lavant has a safety score of 54 out of 100 (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 Lavant compare to the Sussex Police average?
Lavant has a safety score of 54/100, while the Sussex Police force area average is 45/100. Lavant 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 Lavant?
35% of crimes recorded in Lavant 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 Lavant?
118 violent crimes were recorded in Lavant in the last 12 months — representing 36.5% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 72 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 Lavant last updated?
The crime data for Lavant 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 Lavant with other areas?
You can compare Lavant 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.