Crime Rate in Preston Park: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Preston Park

The total recorded crimes in Preston Park, Brighton and Hove, UK in May 2025 are around 68 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Preston Park crime rate of 0.78 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 Preston Park, encompassing approximately 86,791 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (24) incidents (41.18% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (14) incidents (27.27% increase)
  • Public order: (8) incidents (100.00% increase)
Preston Park Crime Hotspots

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

  • London Road with total crimes: 7
  • Howard Terrace with total crimes: 5
  • Preston Drove with total crimes: 4

How safe is Preston Park?

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

  • Relative to Brighton and Hove:

    • In 2024, Preston Park demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Brighton and Hove average, with 729 crimes compared to 1778.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Preston Park recorded fewer crimes than 16 out of 20 other areas in the Brighton and Hove.

    • In 2023, Preston Park had fewer crimes than the Brighton and Hove average, with 704 crimes compared to 1,367. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Preston Park recorded fewer crimes than 14 out of 20 other areas in the Brighton and Hove.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Preston Park Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Preston Park has recorded 68 crimes with crime rate of 0.78 ranking 17th out of 20 in the Brighton and Hove, UK

In 2024, the total Preston Park crimes were 729. The crime rate of Preston Park in 2024 was 8.40 (year) or 0.70 (month) ranking it 17 dangerous area in the Brighton and Hove.

In 2023, the total crimes in Preston Park were around 704 crimes with yearly crime rate of 8.11 (year) or 0.68 (month) ranking 15 most dangerous area in the Brighton and Hove.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Preston Park)CrimesRank (Preston Park)CrimesRank (Preston Park)
St. Peter's and North Laine543 16,625 15,079 1
Regency480 26,540 24,631 2
Queen's Park309 34,097 33,037 3
East Brighton239 42,498 41,876 4
Hollingdean and Stanmer158 51,770 51,368 5
Central Hove137 61,490 61,280 6
Hangleton and Knoll123 81,256 81,271 7
Patcham110 91,290 7863 12
Moulsecoomb and Bevendean125 71,221 101,068 8
Brunswick and Adelaide89 141,158 12958 9
South Portslade90 131,234 9832 13
Hanover and Elm Grove100 101,100 13958 10
Goldsmid77 151,031 14866 11
Rottingdean Coastal97 121,172 11819 14
Withdean99 11633 20569 18
Wish67 18779 15602 16
Hove Park68 16774 16523 19
North Portslade60 19706 19596 17
Westbourne52 21721 18466 20
Woodingdean53 20507 21346 21

Preston Park Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (24 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (14 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (17 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (11 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (30 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (16 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 19 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 10 incidents.

December 2024 crime data shows Vehicle crime saw the largest number of reported crimes with 8 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (10 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (16 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (10 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (20 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Burglary (6 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (19 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (13 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 15 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 11 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (38 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (30 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (23 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (9 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 146 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 12.17 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 38 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202514
April 202511
March 202516
February 202510
December 20248
November 20246
October 202410
September 20244
August 202413
July 202411
June 202438
May 20245

A total of 230 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 19.17 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 30 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202524
April 202517
March 202530
February 202519
December 20247
November 202410
October 202416
September 202420
August 202419
July 202415
June 202430
May 202423

A total of 50 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.17 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20253
March 20255
February 20251
December 20243
November 20244
October 20243
September 20246
August 20244
July 20241
June 20248
May 20249

A total of 17 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.12 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
March 20251
December 20241
November 20244
October 20243
September 20241
August 20243
May 20242

A total of 8 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
March 20252
September 20241
August 20241
June 20242

A total of 72 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20258
April 20254
March 20255
February 20253
December 20244
November 20242
October 20248
September 20243
August 20246
July 20244
June 202422
May 20243

A total of 9 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.25 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20253
March 20254
May 20241

A total of 54 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.91 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
April 20255
March 20256
February 20253
December 20244
November 20244
September 20244
August 20247
July 20243
June 20248
May 20246

A total of 65 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.42 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20255
April 20253
March 20251
February 20252
December 20248
November 20244
October 20241
September 20245
August 20244
July 20246
June 202420
May 20246

A total of 3 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
July 20241
May 20241

A total of 23 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.09 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20253
March 20253
February 20252
December 20242
November 20241
October 20241
September 20242
August 20243
July 20243
May 20242

A total of 38 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.45 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20253
February 20253
December 20247
November 20242
October 20241
September 20246
August 20244
July 20244
June 20242
May 20243

A total of 14 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.56 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20252
December 20241
November 20242
October 20242
September 20241
August 20241
July 20241
June 20242

A total of 2 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20241
July 20241

High Crime Locations Preston Park in May 2025

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

1. London Road (Map)
Total7
Anti-social behaviour2
Possession of weapons2
Public order2
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Howard Terrace (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour2
Burglary2
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Preston Drove (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Other theft1
4. Parking Area (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Public order1
5. Argyle Road (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Parkmore Terrace (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
Vehicle crime1
7. Russell Crescent (Map)
Total3
Public order2
Vehicle crime1
8. Beacon Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Beaconsfield Road (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Campbell Road (Map)
Total2
Bicycle theft2

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