Crime Rate in Middleton-on-Sea: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Middleton-on-Sea

The total recorded crimes in Middleton-on-Sea, Arun, UK in February 2026 are around 15 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Middleton-on-Sea crime rate of 3.66 per 1,000 population.

It's important to note that this crime data is based on the Geographic Boundry data provided by the ONS around Middleton-on-Sea, encompassing approximately 4,098 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Feb were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (8) incidents (300.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (4) incidents (300.00% increase)
  • Public order: (1) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Middleton-on-Sea Crime Hotspots

The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,

  • Merlin Way with total crimes: 3
  • Southdean Drive with total crimes: 2
  • Marlowe Close with total crimes: 2

How safe is Middleton-on-Sea?

To understand the safety of Middleton-on-Sea, we need to analyze Middleton-on-Sea crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to Arun:

    • In 2024, Middleton-on-Sea demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Arun average, with 193 crimes compared to 675.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Middleton-on-Sea recorded fewer crimes than 21 out of 22 other areas in the Arun.

    • In 2023, Middleton-on-Sea had fewer crimes than the Arun average, with 170 crimes compared to 514. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Middleton-on-Sea recorded fewer crimes than 21 out of 22 other areas in the Arun.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Arun, Middleton-on-Sea has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

    • The trend in crime rates suggests Negative changes in overall safety.

Middleton-on-Sea Crime Statstics

In 2024, the total Middleton-on-Sea crimes were 193. The crime rate of Middleton-on-Sea in 2024 was 47.09 (year) or 3.92 (month) ranking it 22 dangerous area in the Arun.

In 2023, the total crimes in Middleton-on-Sea were around 170 crimes with yearly crime rate of 41.48 (year) or 3.46 (month) ranking 22 most dangerous area in the Arun.

AreaFebruary 202620242023
CrimesRank (Middleton-on-Sea)CrimesRank (Middleton-on-Sea)CrimesRank (Middleton-on-Sea)
RiverNA NA2,183 11,713 1
HothamNA NA1,233 41,105 2
Courtwick with ToddingtonNA NA1,416 2919 5
MarineNA NA1,274 3999 3
BarnhamNA NA1,099 5952 4
BerstedNA NA986 6774 6
OrchardNA NA662 10618 7
Arundel & WalbertonNA NA876 7593 8
YaptonNA NA839 8452 10
Angmering & FindonNA NA716 9488 9
Rustington EastNA NA509 12359 11
Felpham WestNA NA589 11356 12
PevenseyNA NA499 13332 13
Rustington WestNA NA363 15301 14
BrookfieldNA NA369 14291 15
East PrestonNA NA255 18242 16
PaghamNA NA335 16237 17
BeachNA NA318 17187 19
Aldwick WestNA NA209 20217 18
Felpham EastNA NA210 19144 23
Aldwick EastNA NA183 23186 20
FerringNA NA202 21179 21

Middleton-on-Sea Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

February 2026 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 8 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

December 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 2 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 1 incidents.

During November 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (11 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (1 cases).

In October 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (8 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (8 incidents) were the most common in September 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (4 incidents) also being high.

For August 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (5 incidents) and then Vehicle crime showed a substantial number of incidents (5 incidents).

July 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 11 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (12 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (9 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (7 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (6 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (11 incidents) and then Burglary showed a substantial number of incidents (4 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 10 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 86 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.17 incidents per month. November 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20268
December 20252
November 202511
October 20258
September 20254
August 20255
July 20256
June 20255
May 20259
April 20257
March 202511
February 202510

A total of 20 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.22 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20261
October 20252
September 20253
August 20252
July 20252
May 20254
April 20253
March 20252
February 20251

A total of 61 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.08 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20264
December 20251
November 20251
October 20254
September 20258
August 20255
July 202511
June 202512
May 20254
April 20256
March 20252
February 20253

A total of 11 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.57 incidents per month. August 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20261
August 20252
July 20251
May 20252
April 20252
March 20251
February 20252

A total of 16 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.29 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20261
October 20252
September 20253
August 20253
July 20252
May 20251
March 20254

A total of 5 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. November 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20251
September 20251
August 20251
May 20251
March 20251

A total of 3 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20251
February 20252

A total of 12 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.40 incidents per month. August 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
August 20255
July 20253
June 20251
April 20251
February 20252

A total of 5 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
February 20252

A total of 4 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
March 20253

High Crime Locations Middleton-on-Sea in February 2026

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Middleton-on-Sea postcode area is presented below.

1. Merlin Way (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
2. Southdean Drive (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
3. Marlowe Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
4. Arundel Way (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. The Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Merry End (Map)
Total1
Public order1
7. Sea Lane (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
8. Sundale Lane (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
9. Satinwood Close (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1
10. Templars Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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