Is Broadbridge Heath and Southwater Safe?
Crime statistics for Broadbridge Heath and Southwater. Based on official UK Police data, updated May 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 526 total crimes recorded in Broadbridge Heath and Southwater
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Broadbridge Heath and Southwater — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Broadbridge Heath and Southwater safe?
Broadbridge Heath and Southwater has a CrimeRadar safety score of 40/100, rated Below Average. A total of 526 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 18.1% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Crime levels in Broadbridge Heath and Southwater are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Broadbridge Heath and Southwater in the last 12 months?
526 crimes were recorded in Broadbridge Heath and Southwater 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 18.1% compared to the previous 12-month period (642 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 190 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Broadbridge Heath and Southwater?
The most common crime in Broadbridge Heath and Southwater is Violent Crime, with 190 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 36.1% 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 Broadbridge Heath and Southwater increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Broadbridge Heath and Southwater is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 18.1% — from 642 crimes in the previous 12 months to 526 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Broadbridge Heath and Southwater?
Broadbridge Heath and Southwater has a safety score of 40 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 Broadbridge Heath and Southwater compare to the Sussex Police average?
Broadbridge Heath and Southwater has a safety score of 40/100, while the Sussex Police force area average is 31/100. Broadbridge Heath and Southwater 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 Broadbridge Heath and Southwater?
0% of crimes recorded in Broadbridge Heath and Southwater 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 Broadbridge Heath and Southwater?
190 violent crimes were recorded in Broadbridge Heath and Southwater in the last 12 months — representing 36.1% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 103 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 Broadbridge Heath and Southwater last updated?
The crime data for Broadbridge Heath and Southwater was last updated in May 2026. 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 Broadbridge Heath and Southwater with other areas?
You can compare Broadbridge Heath and Southwater 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.