Is Kewhurst Safe?
Crime statistics for Kewhurst. Based on official UK Police data, updated December 2025.
Safety Score !
Crime Zone Map
Neighbourhood boundaries coloured by safety score. Click adjacent zones to explore.
Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 171 total crimes recorded in Kewhurst
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Kewhurst — last 12 months
Explore by Month
View detailed crime data for each month in Kewhurst
Safest Areas Near Kewhurst
Highest-rated neighbourhoods closest to Kewhurst by safety score
Compare Kewhurst With Nearby Areas
Side-by-side crime comparisons with the closest neighbourhoods
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Kewhurst safe?
Kewhurst has a CrimeRadar safety score of 71/100, rated Safe. A total of 171 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 3.9% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Kewhurst is considered a relatively safe area compared to the UK average, based on official UK Police data.
How many crimes were recorded in Kewhurst in the last 12 months?
171 crimes were recorded in Kewhurst 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 3.9% compared to the previous 12-month period (178 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 76 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Kewhurst?
The most common crime in Kewhurst is Violent Crime, with 76 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 44.4% 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 Kewhurst increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Kewhurst is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 3.9% — from 178 crimes in the previous 12 months to 171 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Kewhurst?
Kewhurst has a safety score of 71 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 Kewhurst compare to the Sussex Police average?
Kewhurst has a safety score of 71/100, while the Sussex Police force area average is 45/100. Kewhurst 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 Kewhurst?
27.3% of crimes recorded in Kewhurst 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 Kewhurst?
76 violent crimes were recorded in Kewhurst in the last 12 months — representing 44.4% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 35 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 Kewhurst last updated?
The crime data for Kewhurst 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 Kewhurst with other areas?
You can compare Kewhurst 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.