Is Newhaven Meeching Safe?
Crime statistics for Newhaven Meeching. Based on official UK Police data, updated December 2025.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 600 total crimes recorded in Newhaven Meeching
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Newhaven Meeching — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Newhaven Meeching safe?
Newhaven Meeching has a CrimeRadar safety score of 37/100, rated Below Average. A total of 600 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 19.9% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Crime levels in Newhaven Meeching are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Newhaven Meeching in the last 12 months?
600 crimes were recorded in Newhaven Meeching 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 19.9% compared to the previous 12-month period (749 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 231 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Newhaven Meeching?
The most common crime in Newhaven Meeching is Violent Crime, with 231 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 38.5% 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 Newhaven Meeching increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Newhaven Meeching is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 19.9% — from 749 crimes in the previous 12 months to 600 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Newhaven Meeching?
Newhaven Meeching has a safety score of 37 out of 100 (Below 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 Newhaven Meeching compare to the Sussex Police average?
Newhaven Meeching has a safety score of 37/100, while the Sussex Police force area average is 45/100. Newhaven Meeching is below the force average for safety. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.
What is the crime resolution rate in Newhaven Meeching?
38% of crimes recorded in Newhaven Meeching 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 Newhaven Meeching?
231 violent crimes were recorded in Newhaven Meeching in the last 12 months — representing 38.5% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 119 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 Newhaven Meeching last updated?
The crime data for Newhaven Meeching 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 Newhaven Meeching with other areas?
You can compare Newhaven Meeching 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.