Is Lindfield, Ardingly and High Weald Safe?
Crime statistics for Lindfield, Ardingly and High Weald. Based on official UK Police data, updated May 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 230 total crimes recorded in Lindfield, Ardingly and High Weald
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Month-by-month crime totals for Lindfield, Ardingly and High Weald — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lindfield, Ardingly and High Weald safe?
Lindfield, Ardingly and High Weald has a CrimeRadar safety score of 70/100, rated Safe. A total of 230 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 46.4% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Lindfield, Ardingly and High Weald is considered a relatively safe area compared to the UK average, based on official UK Police data.
How many crimes were recorded in Lindfield, Ardingly and High Weald in the last 12 months?
230 crimes were recorded in Lindfield, Ardingly and High Weald 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 46.4% compared to the previous 12-month period (429 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 72 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Lindfield, Ardingly and High Weald?
The most common crime in Lindfield, Ardingly and High Weald is Violent Crime, with 72 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 31.3% 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 Lindfield, Ardingly and High Weald increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Lindfield, Ardingly and High Weald is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 46.4% — from 429 crimes in the previous 12 months to 230 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Lindfield, Ardingly and High Weald?
Lindfield, Ardingly and High Weald has a safety score of 70 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 Lindfield, Ardingly and High Weald compare to the Sussex Police average?
Lindfield, Ardingly and High Weald has a safety score of 70/100, while the Sussex Police force area average is 31/100. Lindfield, Ardingly and High Weald 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 Lindfield, Ardingly and High Weald?
0% of crimes recorded in Lindfield, Ardingly and High Weald 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 Lindfield, Ardingly and High Weald?
72 violent crimes were recorded in Lindfield, Ardingly and High Weald in the last 12 months — representing 31.3% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 62 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 Lindfield, Ardingly and High Weald last updated?
The crime data for Lindfield, Ardingly and High Weald 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 Lindfield, Ardingly and High Weald with other areas?
You can compare Lindfield, Ardingly and High Weald 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.