Crime Rate in Lewes Bridge: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Lewes Bridge

The total recorded crimes in Lewes Bridge, Lewes, UK in July 2025 are around 72 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Lewes Bridge crime rate of 10.58 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 Lewes Bridge, encompassing approximately 6,807 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (24) incidents (71.43% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (18) incidents (12.50% increase)
  • Shoplifting: (10) incidents (100.00% increase)
Lewes Bridge Crime Hotspots

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

  • St Michael'S Terrace with total crimes: 17
  • Eastgate Wharf with total crimes: 8
  • Supermarket with total crimes: 6

How safe is Lewes Bridge?

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

  • Relative to Lewes:

    • In 2024, Lewes Bridge reported a higher crime volume than the Lewes average, with 811 crimes compared to 390. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Lewes Bridge witnessed more crimes than 18 out of 20 other areas in the Lewes.

    • In 2023, Lewes Bridge experienced a greater number of crimes than the Lewes average, with 718 crimes compared to 305. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Lewes Bridge witnessed more crimes than 19 out of 20 other areas in the Lewes.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Lewes Bridge Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Lewes Bridge has recorded 72 crimes with crime rate of 10.58 ranking 2th out of 20 in the Lewes, UK

In 2024, the total Lewes Bridge crimes were 811. The crime rate of Lewes Bridge in 2024 was 119.14 (year) or 9.93 (month) ranking it 3 dangerous area in the Lewes.

In 2023, the total crimes in Lewes Bridge were around 718 crimes with yearly crime rate of 105.48 (year) or 8.79 (month) ranking 2 most dangerous area in the Lewes.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Lewes Bridge)CrimesRank (Lewes Bridge)CrimesRank (Lewes Bridge)
Newhaven South104 11,084 1812 1
Lewes Priory64 4855 2604 3
East Saltdean & Telscombe Cliffs64 3466 6363 5
Newhaven North60 5667 4562 4
Seaford Central34 10478 5307 9
Peacehaven West43 7353 12324 6
Lewes Castle43 6319 13314 7
Ouse Valley & Ringmer30 11456 7310 8
Kingston30 12390 8285 11
Peacehaven North41 8369 11265 12
Peacehaven East36 9372 9302 10
Seaford South27 13370 10260 13
Plumpton, Streat, East Chiltington & St John2 21227 15210 14
Seaford East21 15246 14142 16
Chailey, Barcombe & Hamsey25 14197 16181 15
Seaford West20 16137 18101 18
Seaford North14 17147 17135 17
Ditchling & Westmeston10 18105 1984 19
Wivelsfield8 1984 2079 20
Newick3 2051 2148 21

Lewes Bridge Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 24 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 18 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (16 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (14 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (19 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (13 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (19 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (15 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Shoplifting (15 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (14 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Shoplifting saw the largest number of reported crimes with 14 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour 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 22 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 13 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (20 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (14 cases).

In October 2024, Shoplifting dominated crime reports (31 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (19 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Shoplifting were the most frequent (21 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (20 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (16 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (16 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 169 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 15.36 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202524
June 202514
May 20258
April 202519
March 202512
February 202511
December 202413
November 202420
October 202417
September 202415
August 202416

A total of 7 Robbery incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.33 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20252
May 20252

A total of 21 Drugs incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.10 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

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

A total of 30 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20254
May 20255
March 20251
February 20252
December 20243
November 20244
October 20244
September 20242
August 20243

A total of 10 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20254
March 20251
December 20242
August 20242

A total of 42 Other theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.82 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20254
May 20252
April 20253
March 20254
February 20251
December 20242
November 20247
October 20244
September 20244
August 20248

A total of 54 Public order incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 4.91 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 202510
May 20252
April 20255
March 20254
February 20254
December 20245
November 20248
October 20247
September 20243
August 20243

A total of 181 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 16.45 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202518
June 202516
May 202519
April 202515
March 202514
February 20258
December 202422
November 202414
October 202419
September 202420
August 202416

A total of 11 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.57 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
April 20251
February 20252
December 20242
November 20241
October 20241
August 20242

A total of 147 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 13.36 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 31 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202510
June 20255
May 202513
April 20259
March 202515
February 202514
December 202410
November 202410
October 202431
September 202421
August 20249

A total of 13 Other crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.62 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20253
May 20251
February 20251
December 20242
November 20242
October 20241
August 20242

A total of 8 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
March 20252
November 20241
October 20242
August 20241

A total of 5 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
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
August 20241

A total of 4 Burglary incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
October 20241
September 20241

High Crime Locations Lewes Bridge in July 2025

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

1. St Michael'S Terrace (Map)
Total17
Anti-social behaviour14
Violence and sexual offences2
Vehicle crime1
2. Eastgate Wharf (Map)
Total8
Robbery2
Shoplifting2
Violence and sexual offences2
Drugs1
Public order1
3. Supermarket (Map)
Total6
Shoplifting4
Violence and sexual offences2
4. Malling Close (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences2
Public order1
5. Parking Area (Map)
Total3
Drugs2
Anti-social behaviour1
6. Supermarket (Map)
Total3
Shoplifting3
7. Parking Area (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Possession of weapons1
8. Railway Lane (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
9. Orchard Road (Map)
Total2
Possession of weapons1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other crime1

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