Crime Rate in Devonshire: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Devonshire

The total recorded crimes in Devonshire, Eastbourne, UK in July 2025 are around 328 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Devonshire crime rate of 5.36 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 Devonshire, encompassing approximately 61,249 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (105) incidents (-11.02% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (65) incidents (18.18% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (32) incidents (6.67% increase)
Devonshire Crime Hotspots

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

  • Ceylon Place with total crimes: 28
  • Burlington Road with total crimes: 24
  • Queens Gardens with total crimes: 20

How safe is Devonshire?

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

  • Relative to Eastbourne:

    • In 2024, Devonshire reported a higher crime volume than the Eastbourne average, with 3,378 crimes compared to 1,558. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Devonshire witnessed more crimes than 8 out of 8 other areas in the Eastbourne.

    • In 2023, Devonshire experienced a greater number of crimes than the Eastbourne average, with 2,800 crimes compared to 1,215. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Devonshire witnessed more crimes than 8 out of 8 other areas in the Eastbourne.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Eastbourne, Devonshire has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Devonshire Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Devonshire has recorded 328 crimes with crime rate of 5.36 ranking 1th out of 8 in the Eastbourne, UK

In 2024, the total Devonshire crimes were 3,378. The crime rate of Devonshire in 2024 was 55.15 (year) or 4.60 (month) ranking it 1 dangerous area in the Eastbourne.

In 2023, the total crimes in Devonshire were around 2,800 crimes with yearly crime rate of 45.72 (year) or 3.81 (month) ranking 1 most dangerous area in the Eastbourne.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Devonshire)CrimesRank (Devonshire)CrimesRank (Devonshire)
Meads250 22,702 22,290 2
Hampden Park148 31,497 41,037 3
Langney100 61,577 3903 6
St Anthony's83 71,114 6928 4
Upperton115 41,167 5925 5
Old Town110 51,026 7865 7
Sovereign61 8843 8629 8
Ratton54 9715 9558 9

Devonshire 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 105 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 65 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (118 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (55 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (124 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (57 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (86 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (71 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (104 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (45 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 86 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 29 incidents.

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 72 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 46 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (86 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (33 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (102 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (36 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 883 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 98.11 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 124 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 2025105
June 2025118
May 2025124
April 202586
March 2025104
February 202586
December 202472
November 202486
October 2024102

A total of 200 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 22.22 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 32 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202532
June 202530
May 202519
April 202517
March 202520
February 202515
December 202418
November 202425
October 202424

A total of 436 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 48.44 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 71 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202565
June 202555
May 202557
April 202571
March 202545
February 202529
December 202446
November 202432
October 202436

A total of 56 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 6.22 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20253
May 20254
April 202510
March 202510
February 202512
December 20245
November 20244
October 20243

A total of 40 Robbery incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 4.44 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20259
June 20254
May 20252
April 202510
March 20252
February 20254
December 20241
November 20243
October 20245

A total of 139 Other theft incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 15.44 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 30 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202525
June 202530
May 202520
April 20258
March 20259
February 20257
December 202416
November 202411
October 202413

A total of 57 Burglary incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 6.33 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202516
June 20256
May 20251
April 20255
March 20258
February 20254
December 20246
November 20246
October 20245

A total of 205 Public order incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 22.78 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 34 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202523
June 202517
May 202526
April 202534
March 202528
February 202518
December 202422
November 202419
October 202418

A total of 98 Drugs incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 10.89 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 17 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20259
June 202516
May 202517
April 202511
March 202512
February 202512
December 20248
November 20246
October 20247

A total of 43 Other crime incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 4.78 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20259
June 20253
May 20256
April 20256
March 20252
February 20254
December 20243
November 20245
October 20245

A total of 195 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 21.67 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 37 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202516
June 202515
May 202512
April 202529
March 202537
February 202513
December 202421
November 202433
October 202419

A total of 26 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 2.89 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20252
May 20251
April 20251
March 20253
February 20255
December 20243
November 20242
October 20244

A total of 40 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 4.44 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20258
June 20256
May 20256
April 20253
March 20254
February 20255
December 20242
November 20244
October 20242

A total of 19 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 2.11 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20257
May 20251
April 20251
March 20253
February 20252
December 20241
November 20242
October 20241

High Crime Locations Devonshire in July 2025

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

1. Ceylon Place (Map)
Total28
Violence and sexual offences10
Criminal damage and arson7
Anti-social behaviour5
Other theft3
Possession of weapons1
Public order1
Robbery1
2. Burlington Road (Map)
Total24
Burglary11
Anti-social behaviour7
Other theft2
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
Vehicle crime1
3. Queens Gardens (Map)
Total20
Violence and sexual offences6
Anti-social behaviour4
Public order3
Criminal damage and arson2
Drugs2
Theft from the person2
Other theft1
4. Parking Area (Map)
Total17
Shoplifting8
Public order2
Violence and sexual offences2
Burglary1
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
Robbery1
Theft from the person1
5. Seaside Road (Map)
Total14
Anti-social behaviour4
Violence and sexual offences4
Other theft3
Public order2
Robbery1
6. Shopping Area (Map)
Total13
Shoplifting5
Anti-social behaviour3
Violence and sexual offences2
Other crime1
Other theft1
Theft from the person1
7. Shackleton Close (Map)
Total12
Violence and sexual offences4
Anti-social behaviour3
Criminal damage and arson3
Other theft2
8. Pevensey Road (Map)
Total10
Criminal damage and arson2
Other theft2
Public order2
Violence and sexual offences2
Other crime1
Robbery1
9. Hanover Road (Map)
Total9
Anti-social behaviour3
Violence and sexual offences2
Other crime1
Other theft1
Possession of weapons1
Theft from the person1
10. Desmond Road (Map)
Total7
Anti-social behaviour2
Drugs2
Burglary1
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1

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