Crime Rate in Rottingdean Coastal: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Rottingdean Coastal

The total recorded crimes in Rottingdean Coastal, Brighton and Hove, UK in March 2025 are around 137 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Rottingdean Coastal crime rate of 7.97 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 Rottingdean Coastal, encompassing approximately 17,192 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (32) incidents (68.42% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (26) incidents (62.50% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (21) incidents (61.54% increase)
Rottingdean Coastal Crime Hotspots

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

  • Parking Area with total crimes: 18
  • Supermarket with total crimes: 13
  • Supermarket with total crimes: 10

How safe is Rottingdean Coastal?

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

  • Relative to Brighton and Hove:

    • In 2024, Rottingdean Coastal demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Brighton and Hove average, with 1172 crimes compared to 1778.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year.

    • In 2023, Rottingdean Coastal had fewer crimes than the Brighton and Hove average, with 819 crimes compared to 1,367. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Rottingdean Coastal recorded fewer crimes than 13 out of 20 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Rottingdean Coastal Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Rottingdean Coastal has recorded 137 crimes with crime rate of 7.97 ranking 6th out of 20 in the Brighton and Hove, UK

In 2024, the total Rottingdean Coastal crimes were 1,172. The crime rate of Rottingdean Coastal in 2024 was 68.17 (year) or 5.68 (month) ranking it 11 dangerous area in the Brighton and Hove.

In 2023, the total crimes in Rottingdean Coastal were around 819 crimes with yearly crime rate of 47.64 (year) or 3.97 (month) ranking 14 most dangerous area in the Brighton and Hove.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Brighton and Hove)CrimesRank (Brighton and Hove)CrimesRank (Brighton and Hove)
St. Peter's and North Laine474 26,625 15,079 1
Regency493 16,540 24,631 2
Queen's Park319 34,097 33,037 3
East Brighton163 42,498 41,876 4
Hollingdean and Stanmer142 51,770 51,368 5
Central Hove108 91,490 61,280 6
Hangleton and Knoll123 81,256 81,271 7
Patcham92 111,290 7863 12
Moulsecoomb and Bevendean130 71,221 101,068 8
Brunswick and Adelaide83 131,158 12958 9
South Portslade74 151,234 9832 13
Hanover and Elm Grove95 101,100 13958 10
Goldsmid92 121,031 14866 11
Preston Park75 14729 17704 15
Wish69 16779 15602 16
Hove Park56 21774 16523 19
North Portslade68 17706 19596 17
Withdean60 20633 20569 18
Westbourne63 18721 18466 20
Woodingdean61 19507 21346 21

Rottingdean Coastal Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (32 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (26 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 19 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 16 incidents.

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 25 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 (24 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (19 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (26 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (12 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (28 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (14 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (27 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (27 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 32 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 21 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (60 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (44 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (32 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (15 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (18 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (17 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 241 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 21.91 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 60 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202532
February 202519
December 20248
November 202419
October 202412
September 202410
August 202427
July 202421
June 202460
May 202415
April 202418

A total of 23 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.88 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20252
December 20241
September 20242
August 20247
July 20242
June 20244
April 20241

A total of 100 Other theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 9.09 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202511
February 20255
December 20247
November 20248
October 20245
September 20249
August 20247
July 202412
June 202414
May 202412
April 202410

A total of 126 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 11.45 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202521
February 202513
December 20244
November 20245
October 20248
September 20247
August 202413
July 20249
June 202424
May 202411
April 202411

A total of 24 Drugs incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.18 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20251
December 20242
November 20243
October 20241
September 20244
August 20243
July 20242
June 20242
May 20242
April 20241

A total of 297 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 27.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 44 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202526
February 202516
December 202425
November 202424
October 202426
September 202428
August 202427
July 202432
June 202444
May 202432
April 202417

A total of 104 Public order incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 9.45 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202514
February 20259
December 20244
November 20245
October 20245
September 202414
August 202414
July 20245
June 202420
May 20245
April 20249

A total of 109 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 9.91 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 28 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202514
February 20253
December 20244
November 20245
October 20248
September 20243
August 202413
July 202417
June 202428
May 202411
April 20243

A total of 46 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 4.18 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20254
December 20242
November 20242
October 20245
September 20241
August 20246
July 20247
June 20246
May 20243
April 20249

A total of 29 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.90 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20252
December 20241
November 20246
October 20241
September 20241
August 20242
July 20242
June 20244
May 20247

A total of 40 Burglary incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.64 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20254
December 20242
November 20242
October 20242
September 20244
August 20242
July 20246
June 20248
May 20242
April 20241

A total of 20 Other crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
December 20243
November 20241
October 20242
September 20242
July 20242
June 20242
May 20244
April 20242

A total of 6 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
October 20241
August 20242
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 3 Robbery incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241
July 20241
May 20241

High Crime Locations Rottingdean Coastal in March 2025

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

1. Parking Area (Map)
Total18
Anti-social behaviour9
Violence and sexual offences5
Criminal damage and arson2
Public order1
Shoplifting1
2. Supermarket (Map)
Total13
Shoplifting10
Anti-social behaviour2
Public order1
3. Supermarket (Map)
Total10
Other theft2
Possession of weapons2
Shoplifting2
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
4. Palm Drive (Map)
Total8
Bicycle theft3
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
Other theft1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Parking Area (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour3
Bicycle theft1
Other theft1
6. De Courcel Road (Map)
Total5
Criminal damage and arson3
Public order1
Vehicle crime1
7. Withyham Avenue (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences2
Burglary1
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
8. Trafalgar Gate (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Other crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Marine Drive (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Drugs1
Public order1
10. Roedean Path (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Burglary1

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