Crime Rate in Westbourne: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Westbourne

The total recorded crimes in Westbourne, Brighton and Hove, UK in July 2025 are around 69 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Westbourne crime rate of 0.39 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 Westbourne, encompassing approximately 176,054 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (22) incidents (100.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (14) incidents (16.67% increase)
  • Shoplifting: (14) incidents (-30.00% decrease)
Westbourne Crime Hotspots

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

  • Supermarket with total crimes: 17
  • Arthur Street with total crimes: 5
  • Carlisle Road with total crimes: 5

How safe is Westbourne?

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

  • Relative to Brighton and Hove:

    • In 2024, Westbourne demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Brighton and Hove average, with 721 crimes compared to 1778.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Westbourne recorded fewer crimes than 17 out of 20 other areas in the Brighton and Hove.

    • In 2023, Westbourne had fewer crimes than the Brighton and Hove average, with 466 crimes compared to 1,367. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Westbourne recorded fewer crimes than 19 out of 20 other areas in the Brighton and Hove.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Westbourne Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Westbourne has recorded 69 crimes with crime rate of 0.11 ranking 16th out of 20 in the Brighton and Hove, UK

In 2024, the total Westbourne crimes were 721. The crime rate of Westbourne in 2024 was 4.94 (year) or 0.41 (month) ranking it 18 dangerous area in the Brighton and Hove.

In 2023, the total crimes in Westbourne were around 466 crimes with yearly crime rate of 7.67 (year) or 0.64 (month) ranking 20 most dangerous area in the Brighton and Hove.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Westbourne)CrimesRank (Westbourne)CrimesRank (Westbourne)
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
North Portslade88 13706 19596 17
Preston Park51 19729 17704 15
Wish57 18779 15602 16
Hove Park67 17774 16523 19
Withdean44 20633 20569 18
Woodingdean33 21507 21346 21

Westbourne 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 22 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 14 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Shoplifting (20 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (12 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (15 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (13 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 (26 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (8 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 11 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 23 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 13 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (18 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (21 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (10 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (14 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (8 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Shoplifting (18 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (18 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 196 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 17.82 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202522
June 202511
May 202515
April 202517
March 202526
February 202511
December 202423
November 202418
October 202421
September 202414
August 202418

A total of 93 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 8.45 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202514
June 202512
May 202513
April 202511
March 20258
February 20253
December 20248
November 20245
October 20246
September 20248
August 20245

A total of 9 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.12 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
April 20251
March 20251
December 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 13 Drugs incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.86 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20253
May 20252
April 20251
March 20252
February 20252
August 20241

A total of 45 Other theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 4.09 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20256
May 20257
April 20254
March 20256
February 20252
December 20241
November 20242
October 20241
September 20245
August 20246

A total of 30 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
May 20253
April 20252
March 20253
February 20251
December 20241
November 20242
October 20243
September 20247
August 20244

A total of 34 Public order incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.78 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20252
May 20251
April 20253
March 20258
November 20245
October 20242
September 20246
August 20244

A total of 7 Robbery incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20252
May 20251
September 20242
August 20241

A total of 111 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 10.09 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202514
June 202520
May 20257
April 20259
March 20253
February 20254
December 202413
November 20245
October 202410
September 20248
August 202418

A total of 22 Burglary incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.20 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20253
May 20251
April 20251
March 20252
December 20245
November 20244
October 20242
September 20241
August 20242

A total of 20 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20252
May 20252
April 20252
February 20253
December 20242
November 20242
October 20242
September 20242
August 20242

A total of 5 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20252
March 20252
October 20241

A total of 14 Other crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
March 20251
February 20251
December 20244
November 20243
October 20242
August 20242

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

MonthCount
March 20251

High Crime Locations Westbourne in July 2025

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

1. Supermarket (Map)
Total17
Shoplifting14
Public order1
Robbery1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Arthur Street (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour3
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Carlisle Road (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour3
Criminal damage and arson2
4. Langdale Road (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences2
Drugs1
Other theft1
Public order1
5. Western Esplanade (Map)
Total4
Other theft2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
6. Sackville Gardens (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Richardson Road (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences4
8. Sheridan Terrace (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Byron Street (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
10. Coleridge Street (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Bicycle theft1

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