Crime Rate in North Portslade: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in North Portslade

The total recorded crimes in North Portslade, Brighton and Hove, UK in July 2025 are around 88 as per the recent police data. This equates to a North Portslade crime rate of 3.17 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 North Portslade, encompassing approximately 27,742 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Shoplifting: (30) incidents (172.73% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (23) incidents (21.05% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (23) incidents (15.00% increase)
North Portslade Crime Hotspots

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

  • Southon Close with total crimes: 20
  • Supermarket with total crimes: 11
  • Valley Road with total crimes: 6

How safe is North Portslade?

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

  • Relative to Brighton and Hove:

    • In 2024, North Portslade demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Brighton and Hove average, with 706 crimes compared to 1778.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, North Portslade recorded fewer crimes than 18 out of 20 other areas in the Brighton and Hove.

    • In 2023, North Portslade had fewer crimes than the Brighton and Hove average, with 596 crimes compared to 1,367. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, North Portslade recorded fewer crimes than 16 out of 20 other areas in the Brighton and Hove.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

North Portslade Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the North Portslade has recorded 88 crimes with crime rate of 3.17 ranking 13th out of 20 in the Brighton and Hove, UK

In 2024, the total North Portslade crimes were 706. The crime rate of North Portslade in 2024 was 25.45 (year) or 2.12 (month) ranking it 19 dangerous area in the Brighton and Hove.

In 2023, the total crimes in North Portslade were around 596 crimes with yearly crime rate of 21.48 (year) or 1.79 (month) ranking 17 most dangerous area in the Brighton and Hove.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (North Portslade)CrimesRank (North Portslade)CrimesRank (North Portslade)
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
Hollingdean and Stanmer173 51,770 51,368 5
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
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

North Portslade Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Shoplifting saw the largest number of reported crimes with 30 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 23 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (20 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (19 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (26 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (13 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (18 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (18 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (27 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (16 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Shoplifting saw the largest number of reported crimes with 16 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 11 incidents.

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 20 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 12 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (20 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (11 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (15 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (13 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (19 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (12 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (22 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (15 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 144 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 13.09 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 23 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202523
June 202519
May 20259
April 202518
March 20258
February 20259
December 202412
November 202411
October 20248
September 202412
August 202415

A total of 25 Other crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.78 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20253
April 20255
March 20252
February 20253
December 20242
November 20243
September 20244
August 20241

A total of 221 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 20.09 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 27 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202523
June 202520
May 202526
April 202518
March 202527
February 202511
December 202420
November 202420
October 202415
September 202419
August 202422

A total of 20 Other theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.22 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20254
May 20252
April 20251
March 20252
February 20251
November 20244
October 20243
August 20242

A total of 43 Public order incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.91 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20255
May 20255
April 20254
March 20256
February 20252
December 20244
November 20242
October 20244
September 20242
August 20245

A total of 124 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 11.27 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 30 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202530
June 202511
May 202513
April 20254
March 202516
February 202516
December 20245
November 20248
October 202413
September 20246
August 20242

A total of 40 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.64 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20254
May 20252
April 20255
March 20255
February 20254
December 20246
November 20241
October 20244
September 20243
August 20243

A total of 12 Drugs incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
April 20251
March 20251
February 20252
November 20242
September 20243
August 20241

A total of 1 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251

A total of 5 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20251
December 20242
August 20241

A total of 13 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.62 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20252
May 20251
March 20251
February 20252
December 20242
November 20242
September 20241
August 20242

A total of 1 Robbery incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251

A total of 9 Burglary incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.29 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
February 20251
December 20241
November 20243
October 20241
September 20241

A total of 2 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241
October 20241

High Crime Locations North Portslade in July 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the North Portslade postcode area is presented below.

1. Southon Close (Map)
Total20
Shoplifting19
Anti-social behaviour1
2. Supermarket (Map)
Total11
Shoplifting11
3. Valley Road (Map)
Total6
Anti-social behaviour3
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
4. Gorse Close (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson1
5. Stonery Close (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour3
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Wickhurst Rise (Map)
Total3
Other theft1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Langridge Drive (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Crest Way (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
Theft from the person1
9. Sycamore Close (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Wickhurst Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other crime1

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