Is Hamsey, Barcombe and Newick Safe?
Crime statistics for Hamsey, Barcombe and Newick. Based on official UK Police data, updated May 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 83 total crimes recorded in Hamsey, Barcombe and Newick
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Hamsey, Barcombe and Newick — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hamsey, Barcombe and Newick safe?
Hamsey, Barcombe and Newick has a CrimeRadar safety score of 86/100, rated Very Safe. A total of 83 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 32.5% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Hamsey, Barcombe and Newick is considered a relatively safe area compared to the UK average, based on official UK Police data.
How many crimes were recorded in Hamsey, Barcombe and Newick in the last 12 months?
83 crimes were recorded in Hamsey, Barcombe and Newick 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 32.5% compared to the previous 12-month period (123 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 34 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Hamsey, Barcombe and Newick?
The most common crime in Hamsey, Barcombe and Newick is Violent Crime, with 34 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 41% 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 Hamsey, Barcombe and Newick increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Hamsey, Barcombe and Newick is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 32.5% — from 123 crimes in the previous 12 months to 83 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Hamsey, Barcombe and Newick?
Hamsey, Barcombe and Newick has a safety score of 86 out of 100 (Very 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 Hamsey, Barcombe and Newick compare to the Sussex Police average?
Hamsey, Barcombe and Newick has a safety score of 86/100, while the Sussex Police force area average is 31/100. Hamsey, Barcombe and Newick 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 Hamsey, Barcombe and Newick?
40% of crimes recorded in Hamsey, Barcombe and Newick 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 Hamsey, Barcombe and Newick?
34 violent crimes were recorded in Hamsey, Barcombe and Newick in the last 12 months — representing 41% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 20 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 Hamsey, Barcombe and Newick last updated?
The crime data for Hamsey, Barcombe and Newick 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 Hamsey, Barcombe and Newick with other areas?
You can compare Hamsey, Barcombe and Newick 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.