Is Ninfield, Ashburnham and Penhurst Safe?
Crime statistics for Ninfield, Ashburnham and Penhurst. Based on official UK Police data, updated December 2025.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 117 total crimes recorded in Ninfield, Ashburnham and Penhurst
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Ninfield, Ashburnham and Penhurst — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ninfield, Ashburnham and Penhurst safe?
Ninfield, Ashburnham and Penhurst has a CrimeRadar safety score of 74/100, rated Safe. A total of 117 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 31.5% compared to the previous year. Ninfield, Ashburnham and Penhurst is considered a relatively safe area compared to the UK average, based on official UK Police data.
How many crimes were recorded in Ninfield, Ashburnham and Penhurst in the last 12 months?
117 crimes were recorded in Ninfield, Ashburnham and Penhurst in the last 12 months, spanning all reported crime categories from violent crime to vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. This represents an increase of 31.5% compared to the previous 12-month period (89 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 38 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Ninfield, Ashburnham and Penhurst?
The most common crime in Ninfield, Ashburnham and Penhurst is Violent Crime, with 38 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 32.5% 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 Ninfield, Ashburnham and Penhurst increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Ninfield, Ashburnham and Penhurst is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 31.5% — from 89 crimes in the previous 12 months to 117 in the most recent period. This upward trend is something residents and prospective buyers should factor into their decisions.
What is the safety score for Ninfield, Ashburnham and Penhurst?
Ninfield, Ashburnham and Penhurst has a safety score of 74 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 Ninfield, Ashburnham and Penhurst compare to the Sussex Police average?
Ninfield, Ashburnham and Penhurst has a safety score of 74/100, while the Sussex Police force area average is 45/100. Ninfield, Ashburnham and Penhurst 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 Ninfield, Ashburnham and Penhurst?
50% of crimes recorded in Ninfield, Ashburnham and Penhurst 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 Ninfield, Ashburnham and Penhurst?
38 violent crimes were recorded in Ninfield, Ashburnham and Penhurst in the last 12 months — representing 32.5% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 17 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 Ninfield, Ashburnham and Penhurst last updated?
The crime data for Ninfield, Ashburnham and Penhurst 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 Ninfield, Ashburnham and Penhurst with other areas?
You can compare Ninfield, Ashburnham and Penhurst 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.