Is Meads Safe?
Crime statistics for Meads. Based on official UK Police data, updated December 2025.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 235 total crimes recorded in Meads
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Meads — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Meads safe?
Meads has a CrimeRadar safety score of 70/100, rated Safe. 235 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months. Meads is considered a relatively safe area based on official UK Police data.
How many crimes were recorded in Meads in the last 12 months?
235 crimes were recorded in Meads in the last 12 months. This is an increase of 0.4% compared to the previous 12-month period (234 crimes).
What is the most common crime in Meads?
The most common crime in Meads is Anti-Social Behaviour, with 71 incidents recorded in the last 12 months. This accounts for 30.2% of all reported crimes in the area.
Is crime in Meads increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Meads is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 0.4% 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 Meads?
Meads has a safety score of 70 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 Meads compare to the Sussex Police average?
Meads has a safety score of 70/100, while the Sussex Police force area average is 45/100. Meads 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 Meads?
44.4% of crimes in Meads 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 Meads?
53 violent crimes were recorded in Meads in the last 12 months, representing 22.6% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for 71 incidents.
When was the crime data for Meads last updated?
The crime data for Meads 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 Meads with other areas?
You can compare Meads 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.