Is Lindfield, Ardingly and High Weald Safe?
Crime statistics for Lindfield, Ardingly and High Weald. Based on official UK Police data, updated December 2025.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 383 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 57/100, rated Average. A total of 383 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 11.8% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Crime levels in Lindfield, Ardingly and High Weald are broadly in line with the UK average.
How many crimes were recorded in Lindfield, Ardingly and High Weald in the last 12 months?
383 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 11.8% compared to the previous 12-month period (434 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 132 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 132 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 34.5% 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 11.8% — from 434 crimes in the previous 12 months to 383 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 57 out of 100 (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 Lindfield, Ardingly and High Weald compare to the Sussex Police average?
Lindfield, Ardingly and High Weald has a safety score of 57/100, while the Sussex Police force area average is 45/100. 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?
40.7% 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?
132 violent crimes were recorded in Lindfield, Ardingly and High Weald in the last 12 months — representing 34.5% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 92 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 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 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.