Is Polegate South Safe?
Crime statistics for Polegate South. Based on official UK Police data, updated December 2025.
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Crime by Category
Last 36 months — 238 total crimes recorded in Polegate South
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Polegate South — last 36 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Polegate South safe?
Polegate South has a CrimeRadar safety score of 74/100, rated Safe. 91 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months. Polegate South is considered a relatively safe area based on official UK Police data.
How many crimes were recorded in Polegate South in the last 12 months?
91 crimes were recorded in Polegate South in the last 12 months. This is an increase of 16.7% compared to the previous 12-month period (78 crimes).
What is the most common crime in Polegate South?
The most common crime in Polegate South is Violent Crime, with 84 incidents recorded in the last 12 months. This accounts for 92.3% of all reported crimes in the area.
Is crime in Polegate South increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Polegate South is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 16.7% 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 Polegate South?
Polegate South has a safety score of 74 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 Polegate South compare to the Sussex Police average?
Polegate South has a safety score of 74/100, while the Sussex Police force area average is 45/100. Polegate South 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 Polegate South?
55.5% of crimes in Polegate South 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 Polegate South?
84 violent crimes were recorded in Polegate South in the last 12 months, representing 92.3% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for 33 incidents.
When was the crime data for Polegate South last updated?
The crime data for Polegate South 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 Polegate South with other areas?
You can compare Polegate South 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.