Is Southwick Green Safe?
Crime statistics for Southwick Green. 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 — 317 total crimes recorded in Southwick Green
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Southwick Green — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Southwick Green safe?
Southwick Green has a CrimeRadar safety score of 61/100, rated Average. A total of 317 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 7.9% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Crime levels in Southwick Green are broadly in line with the UK average.
How many crimes were recorded in Southwick Green in the last 12 months?
317 crimes were recorded in Southwick Green 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 7.9% compared to the previous 12-month period (344 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 87 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Southwick Green?
The most common crime in Southwick Green is Violent Crime, with 87 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 27.4% 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 Southwick Green increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Southwick Green is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 7.9% — from 344 crimes in the previous 12 months to 317 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Southwick Green?
Southwick Green has a safety score of 61 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 Southwick Green compare to the Sussex Police average?
Southwick Green has a safety score of 61/100, while the Sussex Police force area average is 45/100. Southwick Green 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 Southwick Green?
22.6% of crimes recorded in Southwick Green 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 Southwick Green?
87 violent crimes were recorded in Southwick Green in the last 12 months — representing 27.4% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 45 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 Southwick Green last updated?
The crime data for Southwick Green 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 Southwick Green with other areas?
You can compare Southwick Green 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.