Is Tilgate Safe?
Crime statistics for Tilgate. 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 — 601 total crimes recorded in Tilgate
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Tilgate — last 12 months
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Safest Areas Near Tilgate
Highest-rated neighbourhoods closest to Tilgate by safety score
Compare Tilgate With Nearby Areas
Side-by-side crime comparisons with the closest neighbourhoods
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Tilgate safe?
Tilgate has a CrimeRadar safety score of 28/100, rated Below Average. A total of 601 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 3.6% compared to the previous year. Crime levels in Tilgate are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Tilgate in the last 12 months?
601 crimes were recorded in Tilgate 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 3.6% compared to the previous 12-month period (580 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 243 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Tilgate?
The most common crime in Tilgate is Violent Crime, with 243 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 40.4% 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 Tilgate increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Tilgate is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 3.6% — from 580 crimes in the previous 12 months to 601 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 Tilgate?
Tilgate has a safety score of 28 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 Tilgate compare to the Sussex Police average?
Tilgate has a safety score of 28/100, while the Sussex Police force area average is 45/100. Tilgate 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 Tilgate?
23.1% of crimes recorded in Tilgate 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 Tilgate?
243 violent crimes were recorded in Tilgate in the last 12 months — representing 40.4% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 113 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 Tilgate last updated?
The crime data for Tilgate 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 Tilgate with other areas?
You can compare Tilgate 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.