Is Petworth and Bury Ward Safe?
Crime statistics for Petworth and Bury Ward. Based on official UK Police data, updated December 2025.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 383 total crimes recorded in Petworth and Bury Ward
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Petworth and Bury Ward — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Petworth and Bury Ward safe?
Petworth and Bury Ward has a CrimeRadar safety score of 52/100, rated Average. A total of 383 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 27.2% compared to the previous year. Crime levels in Petworth and Bury Ward are broadly in line with the UK average.
How many crimes were recorded in Petworth and Bury Ward in the last 12 months?
383 crimes were recorded in Petworth and Bury Ward 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 27.2% compared to the previous 12-month period (301 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 113 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Petworth and Bury Ward?
The most common crime in Petworth and Bury Ward is Violent Crime, with 113 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 29.5% 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 Petworth and Bury Ward increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Petworth and Bury Ward is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 27.2% — from 301 crimes in the previous 12 months to 383 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 Petworth and Bury Ward?
Petworth and Bury Ward has a safety score of 52 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 Petworth and Bury Ward compare to the Sussex Police average?
Petworth and Bury Ward has a safety score of 52/100, while the Sussex Police force area average is 45/100. Petworth and Bury Ward 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 Petworth and Bury Ward?
50% of crimes recorded in Petworth and Bury Ward 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 Petworth and Bury Ward?
113 violent crimes were recorded in Petworth and Bury Ward in the last 12 months — representing 29.5% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 93 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 Petworth and Bury Ward last updated?
The crime data for Petworth and Bury Ward 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 Petworth and Bury Ward with other areas?
You can compare Petworth and Bury Ward 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.