Is Chailey, East Chiltington, Plumpton and St John Safe?
Crime statistics for Chailey, East Chiltington, Plumpton and St John. Based on official UK Police data, updated May 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 36 months — 528 total crimes recorded in Chailey, East Chiltington, Plumpton and St John
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Chailey, East Chiltington, Plumpton and St John — last 36 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Chailey, East Chiltington, Plumpton and St John safe?
Chailey, East Chiltington, Plumpton and St John has a CrimeRadar safety score of 78/100, rated Safe. A total of 136 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 28% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Chailey, East Chiltington, Plumpton and St John is considered a relatively safe area compared to the UK average, based on official UK Police data.
How many crimes were recorded in Chailey, East Chiltington, Plumpton and St John in the last 12 months?
136 crimes were recorded in Chailey, East Chiltington, Plumpton and St John 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 28% compared to the previous 12-month period (189 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 205 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Chailey, East Chiltington, Plumpton and St John?
The most common crime in Chailey, East Chiltington, Plumpton and St John is Violent Crime, with 205 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 150.7% 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 Chailey, East Chiltington, Plumpton and St John increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Chailey, East Chiltington, Plumpton and St John is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 28% — from 189 crimes in the previous 12 months to 136 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Chailey, East Chiltington, Plumpton and St John?
Chailey, East Chiltington, Plumpton and St John has a safety score of 78 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 Chailey, East Chiltington, Plumpton and St John compare to the Sussex Police average?
Chailey, East Chiltington, Plumpton and St John has a safety score of 78/100, while the Sussex Police force area average is 31/100. Chailey, East Chiltington, Plumpton and St John 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 Chailey, East Chiltington, Plumpton and St John?
53.6% of crimes recorded in Chailey, East Chiltington, Plumpton and St John 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 Chailey, East Chiltington, Plumpton and St John?
205 violent crimes were recorded in Chailey, East Chiltington, Plumpton and St John in the last 12 months — representing 150.7% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 77 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 Chailey, East Chiltington, Plumpton and St John last updated?
The crime data for Chailey, East Chiltington, Plumpton and St John 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 Chailey, East Chiltington, Plumpton and St John with other areas?
You can compare Chailey, East Chiltington, Plumpton and St John 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.