Crime Rate in Hollingdean and Stanmer: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Hollingdean and Stanmer

The total recorded crimes in Hollingdean and Stanmer, Brighton and Hove, UK in July 2025 are around 173 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Hollingdean and Stanmer crime rate of 4.02 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 Hollingdean and Stanmer, encompassing approximately 43,061 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (56) incidents (-20.00% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (40) incidents (5.26% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (22) incidents (57.14% increase)
Hollingdean and Stanmer Crime Hotspots

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

  • Florence Place with total crimes: 13
  • Shopping Area with total crimes: 9
  • Highfields with total crimes: 9

How safe is Hollingdean and Stanmer?

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

  • Relative to Brighton and Hove:

    • In 2024, Hollingdean and Stanmer demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Brighton and Hove average, with 1770 crimes compared to 1778.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Hollingdean and Stanmer witnessed more crimes than 16 out of 20 other areas in the Brighton and Hove.

    • In 2023, Hollingdean and Stanmer experienced a greater number of crimes than the Brighton and Hove average, with 1,368 crimes compared to 1,367. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Hollingdean and Stanmer witnessed more crimes than 16 out of 20 other areas in the Brighton and Hove.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Brighton and Hove, Hollingdean and Stanmer has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Hollingdean and Stanmer Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Hollingdean and Stanmer has recorded 173 crimes with crime rate of 4.02 ranking 5th out of 20 in the Brighton and Hove, UK

In 2024, the total Hollingdean and Stanmer crimes were 1,770. The crime rate of Hollingdean and Stanmer in 2024 was 41.10 (year) or 3.43 (month) ranking it 5 dangerous area in the Brighton and Hove.

In 2023, the total crimes in Hollingdean and Stanmer were around 1,368 crimes with yearly crime rate of 31.77 (year) or 2.65 (month) ranking 5 most dangerous area in the Brighton and Hove.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Hollingdean and Stanmer)CrimesRank (Hollingdean and Stanmer)CrimesRank (Hollingdean and Stanmer)
St. Peter's and North Laine660 16,625 15,079 1
Regency573 26,540 24,631 2
Queen's Park379 34,097 33,037 3
East Brighton238 42,498 41,876 4
Central Hove134 61,490 61,280 6
Hangleton and Knoll111 91,256 81,271 7
Patcham122 71,290 7863 12
Moulsecoomb and Bevendean121 81,221 101,068 8
Brunswick and Adelaide87 141,158 12958 9
South Portslade91 121,234 9832 13
Hanover and Elm Grove87 151,100 13958 10
Rottingdean Coastal95 101,172 11819 14
Goldsmid93 111,031 14866 11
North Portslade88 13706 19596 17
Preston Park51 19729 17704 15
Wish57 18779 15602 16
Hove Park67 17774 16523 19
Westbourne69 16721 18466 20
Withdean44 20633 20569 18
Woodingdean33 21507 21346 21

Hollingdean and Stanmer Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 56 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 40 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (70 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (38 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (64 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (28 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (47 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (42 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (47 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (37 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 41 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 21 incidents.

In January 2025, Public order recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 1

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 35 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 27 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (39 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (14 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (47 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (35 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (39 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (30 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (40 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (26 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 45 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.09 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20258
June 20259
May 20252
April 20254
March 20253
February 20252
December 20242
November 20242
October 20247
September 20243
August 20243

A total of 323 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 29.36 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 42 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202540
June 202538
May 202528
April 202542
March 202537
February 202521
December 202417
November 20249
October 202435
September 202430
August 202426

A total of 525 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 47.73 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 70 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202556
June 202570
May 202564
April 202547
March 202547
February 202541
December 202435
November 202439
October 202447
September 202439
August 202440

A total of 149 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 13.55 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202522
June 202514
May 202520
April 202520
March 202514
February 20258
December 20248
November 20247
October 202410
September 202414
August 202412

A total of 116 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.67 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202514
June 202512
May 202511
April 202510
March 20255
February 202514
January 20251
December 20246
November 20245
October 202415
September 202416
August 20247

A total of 123 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 11.18 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 21 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202512
June 202513
May 202511
April 202510
March 202510
February 20256
December 20248
November 202413
October 20248
September 202421
August 202411

A total of 111 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.09 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 27 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 20255
May 20258
April 202517
March 20258
February 202510
December 202427
November 202414
October 20244
September 20247
August 20245

A total of 30 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.33 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20253
April 20251
March 20253
February 20253
December 20243
November 20241
October 202410
August 20243

A total of 25 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20252
May 20251
April 20252
March 20254
February 20253
December 20243
November 20241
October 20243
August 20243

A total of 38 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.45 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20252
May 20255
April 20252
March 20253
February 20257
December 20244
November 20241
October 20244
September 20245
August 20241

A total of 21 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.10 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20253
May 20251
April 20251
March 20252
February 20253
December 20245
November 20242
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 65 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.91 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20254
May 20257
April 20256
March 20256
February 20252
December 20243
November 20249
October 202411
September 20248
August 20247

A total of 16 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20252
October 20244
September 20249

A total of 8 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20252
April 20251
December 20241
November 20241
September 20241
August 20242

High Crime Locations Hollingdean and Stanmer in July 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Hollingdean and Stanmer postcode area is presented below.

1. Florence Place (Map)
Total13
Violence and sexual offences9
Public order2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other crime1
2. Shopping Area (Map)
Total9
Shoplifting3
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
Public order1
3. Highfields (Map)
Total9
Anti-social behaviour9
4. Woburn Place (Map)
Total8
Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson1
Drugs1
Other theft1
Possession of weapons1
Public order1
5. Supermarket (Map)
Total7
Anti-social behaviour3
Shoplifting2
Other theft1
Public order1
6. Hutton Road (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour3
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
7. Hollingdean Road (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences5
8. Selsfield Drive (Map)
Total5
Public order2
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
9. Lynchet Close (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
10. Merevale (Map)
Total4
Criminal damage and arson2
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1

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