Crime in Chiddingly, East Hoathly & Waldron: statistics, rates and trends
137 crimes were recorded in Chiddingly, East Hoathly & Waldron in the 12 months to July 2026, 42.7 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 11% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Chiddingly, East Hoathly & Waldron at a glance
- Crime trends in Chiddingly, East Hoathly & Waldron
- Types of crime in Chiddingly, East Hoathly & Waldron
- Chiddingly, East Hoathly & Waldron compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Chiddingly, East Hoathly & Waldron
- What happened after crimes were reported in Chiddingly, East Hoathly & Waldron
- Population and deprivation in Chiddingly, East Hoathly & Waldron
- Questions about crime in Chiddingly, East Hoathly & Waldron
- About this data
137 crimes were recorded in Chiddingly, East Hoathly & Waldron in the 12 months to July 2026, 42.7 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 11% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 60 reports (44% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Chiddingly, East Hoathly & Waldron has the 3,345th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Chiddingly, East Hoathly & Waldron | Wealden | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 137 | 9,033 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 42.7 | 54.1 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -11% | +10% | -1% |
| Population | 3,211 | 166,908 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Chiddingly, East Hoathly & Waldron was highest in the year to July 2018 (179 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2022 (114). Over the whole period it fell 23%, against a fall of 4% across England and Wales. Rates use today's population for every year, so they show the direction of change rather than exact historic rates.
| Period | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year to July 2026 | 137 | 42.7 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 154 | 48.0 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 137 | 42.7 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 149 | 46.4 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 114 | 35.5 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 133 | 41.4 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 158 | 49.2 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 151 | 47.0 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 179 | 55.7 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 15 |
| June 2026 | 8 |
| May 2026 | 20 |
| April 2026 | 19 |
| March 2026 | 8 |
| February 2026 | 12 |
| January 2026 | 7 |
| December 2025 | 13 |
| November 2025 | 9 |
| October 2025 | 8 |
| September 2025 | 5 |
| August 2025 | 13 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Chiddingly, East Hoathly & Waldron over the 12 months to July 2026. The index compares the local rate with England and Wales: 1.00 is the national rate, 2.00 is double it.
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 60 | 18.7 | 0.55 | +0% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 19 | 5.9 | 0.39 | +27% |
| Other theft | 16 | 5.0 | 0.78 | -11% |
| Burglary | 10 | 3.1 | 0.88 | -38% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 10 | 3.1 | 0.46 | -41% |
| Public order | 8 | 2.5 | 0.37 | -11% |
| Drugs | 4 | 1.2 | 0.38 | +33% |
| Vehicle crime | 4 | 1.2 | 0.25 | -50% |
| Other crime | 3 | 0.9 | 0.44 | +0% |
| Possession of weapons | 3 | 0.9 | 0.96 | +50% |
Violence and sexual offences in Chiddingly, East Hoathly & Waldron
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Chiddingly, East Hoathly & Waldron recorded 60 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (18.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 43.8% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Chiddingly, East Hoathly & Waldron
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Chiddingly, East Hoathly & Waldron recorded 19 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 27% on the year before. It made up 13.9% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Chiddingly, East Hoathly & Waldron
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Chiddingly, East Hoathly & Waldron recorded 16 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 11% on the year before. It made up 11.7% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Chiddingly, East Hoathly & Waldron
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Chiddingly, East Hoathly & Waldron recorded 10 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.1 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 38% on the year before. It made up 7.3% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Chiddingly, East Hoathly & Waldron
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Chiddingly, East Hoathly & Waldron recorded 10 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 41% on the year before. It made up 7.3% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Chiddingly, East Hoathly & Waldron
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Chiddingly, East Hoathly & Waldron recorded 8 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 11% on the year before. It made up 5.8% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Chiddingly, East Hoathly & Waldron
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Chiddingly, East Hoathly & Waldron recorded 4 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 33% on the year before. It made up 2.9% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Chiddingly, East Hoathly & Waldron
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Chiddingly, East Hoathly & Waldron recorded 4 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 50% on the year before. It made up 2.9% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Chiddingly, East Hoathly & Waldron
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Chiddingly, East Hoathly & Waldron recorded 3 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 2.2% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Chiddingly, East Hoathly & Waldron
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Chiddingly, East Hoathly & Waldron recorded 3 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.9 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 50% on the year before. It made up 2.2% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Chiddingly, East Hoathly & Waldron, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Chiddingly, East Hoathly & Waldron.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Chiddingly, East Hoathly & Waldron |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hailsham North West | 243 | 61.4 | +44% |
| Hellingly | 465 | 86.3 | +102% |
| Hailsham West | 370 | 84.0 | +97% |
| Hailsham Central | 657 | 122.3 | +187% |
| Uckfield New Town | 612 | 79.5 | +86% |
| Heathfield North | 290 | 57.4 | +35% |
| Heathfield South | 75 | 23.1 | -46% |
| Horam & Punnetts Town | 353 | 39.8 | -7% |
Police.uk records each crime at an approximate location, usually the centre of a nearby street or a landmark, to protect victims' privacy. These are the locations with the most reports in Chiddingly, East Hoathly & Waldron over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Petrol Station | 10 |
| On or near Golden Cross | 8 |
| On or near Park Lane | 8 |
| On or near Laughton Road | 7 |
| On or near Parking Area | 6 |
| On or near Lewes Road | 6 |
| On or near Shortgate Lane | 6 |
| On or near Old Heath Close | 6 |
| On or near Sand Hill Lane | 5 |
| On or near Holmes Hill | 5 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Chiddingly, East Hoathly & Waldron over the 12 months to July 2026. Many cases are still open when the data is published, and anti-social behaviour has no outcome recorded, so these shares change as investigations finish.
| Outcome | Crimes | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 45 | 32.8% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 45 | 32.8% |
| Not recorded | 19 | 13.9% |
| Under investigation | 15 | 10.9% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 5 | 3.6% |
| Status update unavailable | 4 | 2.9% |
| Local resolution | 3 | 2.2% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 1 | 0.7% |
Chiddingly, East Hoathly & Waldron has an estimated population of 3,211. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Chiddingly, East Hoathly & Waldron sits in decile 5.5, close to the middle. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Chiddingly, East Hoathly & Waldron |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 13.9% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 56.0% |
| Aged 65 and over | 30.1% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 78.3% |
| Social rented homes | 5.1% |
| Private rented homes | 16.4% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 5.5 |
Is Chiddingly, East Hoathly & Waldron a safe place to live?
Chiddingly, East Hoathly & Waldron recorded 42.7 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4. Crime is concentrated in a small number of places within most areas, often busy centres and transport hubs, so the rate for a single street can differ a lot from the area as a whole.
What is the most common crime in Chiddingly, East Hoathly & Waldron?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 60 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (19).
Is crime in Chiddingly, East Hoathly & Waldron going up or down?
Recorded crime in Chiddingly, East Hoathly & Waldron was down 11% on the year before: 137 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 154 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Chiddingly, East Hoathly & Waldron?
Chiddingly, East Hoathly & Waldron is policed by Sussex. Non-emergency crimes can be reported online to the force or by calling 101; in an emergency call 999.
How are these crime rates calculated?
Each rate is the number of crimes recorded by the police in the 12 months to July 2026, divided by the resident population and multiplied by 1,000. Crime data is from data.police.uk and population estimates are from the Office for National Statistics.
Figures are police-recorded crime published on data.police.uk, covering August 2017 to July 2026. Each crime is counted in the small area (LSOA) where it was recorded and added up to Chiddingly, East Hoathly & Waldron. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.