Is Willingdon and Jevington Ward Safe?
Crime statistics for Willingdon and Jevington Ward. Based on official UK Police data, updated December 2025.
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Crime by Category
Last 24 months — 650 total crimes recorded in Willingdon and Jevington Ward
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Month-by-month crime totals for Willingdon and Jevington Ward — last 24 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Willingdon and Jevington Ward safe?
Willingdon and Jevington Ward has a CrimeRadar safety score of 48/100, rated Average. A total of 385 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 45.3% compared to the previous year. Crime levels in Willingdon and Jevington Ward are broadly in line with the UK average.
How many crimes were recorded in Willingdon and Jevington Ward in the last 12 months?
385 crimes were recorded in Willingdon and Jevington 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 45.3% compared to the previous 12-month period (265 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 245 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Willingdon and Jevington Ward?
The most common crime in Willingdon and Jevington Ward is Violent Crime, with 245 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 63.6% 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 Willingdon and Jevington Ward increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Willingdon and Jevington Ward is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 45.3% — from 265 crimes in the previous 12 months to 385 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 Willingdon and Jevington Ward?
Willingdon and Jevington Ward has a safety score of 48 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 Willingdon and Jevington Ward compare to the Sussex Police average?
Willingdon and Jevington Ward has a safety score of 48/100, while the Sussex Police force area average is 45/100. Willingdon and Jevington 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 Willingdon and Jevington Ward?
46% of crimes recorded in Willingdon and Jevington 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 Willingdon and Jevington Ward?
245 violent crimes were recorded in Willingdon and Jevington Ward in the last 12 months — representing 63.6% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 114 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 Willingdon and Jevington Ward last updated?
The crime data for Willingdon and Jevington 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 Willingdon and Jevington Ward with other areas?
You can compare Willingdon and Jevington 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.