Crime Rate in Lewes Castle: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Lewes Castle

The total recorded crimes in Lewes Castle, Lewes, UK in March 2025 are around 29 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Lewes Castle crime rate of 3.06 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 Castle, encompassing approximately 9,474 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (11) incidents (-8.33% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (5) incidents (150.00% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (3) incidents (50.00% increase)
Lewes Castle Crime Hotspots

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

  • Kingsley Road with total crimes: 3
  • Crisp Road with total crimes: 3
  • Waldshut Road with total crimes: 3

How safe is Lewes Castle?

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

  • Relative to Lewes:

    • In 2024, Lewes Castle demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Lewes average, with 319 crimes compared to 390.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Lewes Castle recorded fewer crimes than 12 out of 20 other cities.

    • In 2023, Lewes Castle experienced a greater number of crimes than the Lewes average, with 314 crimes compared to 305. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Lewes Castle witnessed more crimes than 14 out of 20 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Lewes, Lewes Castle has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Lewes Castle Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Lewes Castle has recorded 29 crimes with crime rate of 3.06 ranking 12th out of 20 in the Lewes, UK

In 2024, the total Lewes Castle crimes were 319. The crime rate of Lewes Castle in 2024 was 33.67 (year) or 2.81 (month) ranking it 13 dangerous area in the Lewes.

In 2023, the total crimes in Lewes Castle were around 314 crimes with yearly crime rate of 33.14 (year) or 2.76 (month) ranking 7 most dangerous area in the Lewes.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Lewes)CrimesRank (Lewes)CrimesRank (Lewes)
Newhaven South81 11,084 1812 1
Lewes Bridge56 4811 3718 2
Lewes Priory57 3855 2604 3
Peacehaven West65 2353 12324 6
Newhaven North50 5667 4562 4
East Saltdean & Telscombe Cliffs46 6466 6363 5
Seaford Central37 8478 5307 9
Ouse Valley & Ringmer41 7456 7310 8
Kingston33 10390 8285 11
Peacehaven East37 9372 9302 10
Seaford South29 11370 10260 13
Peacehaven North22 13369 11265 12
Plumpton, Streat, East Chiltington & St John12 18227 15210 14
Seaford East17 15246 14142 16
Chailey, Barcombe & Hamsey20 14197 16181 15
Seaford West15 16137 18101 18
Seaford North12 17147 17135 17
Ditchling & Westmeston8 19105 1984 19
Wivelsfield5 2084 2079 20
Newick3 2151 2148 21

Lewes Castle Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (11 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (5 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 12 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

December 2024 crime data shows Burglary saw the largest number of reported crimes with 5 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (8 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (8 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (8 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (5 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Other theft (6 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (5 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Criminal damage and arson saw the largest number of reported crimes with 6 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (16 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (14 cases).

In May 2024, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (11 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (8 incidents).

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

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 57 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 5.18 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20252
December 20243
November 20242
October 20242
September 20241
August 20245
July 20242
June 202416
May 202411
April 20248

A total of 12 Other crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.40 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
November 20241
September 20243
July 20245
June 20242

A total of 25 Other theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20252
December 20241
November 20241
October 20242
September 20241
August 20246
July 20241
June 20248
April 20241

A total of 26 Public order incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.36 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 5 reported cases.

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

A total of 21 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.10 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 3 reported cases.

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

A total of 93 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 8.45 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202511
February 202512
December 20245
November 20248
October 20248
September 20248
August 20245
July 20246
June 202414
May 20248
April 20248

A total of 28 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.11 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20252
November 20241
October 20246
August 20242
July 20246
June 20244
May 20241
April 20243

A total of 13 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.17 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
December 20241
October 20241
September 20241
July 20241
June 20246

A total of 17 Burglary incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.89 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
December 20245
November 20241
October 20243
September 20241
August 20242
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 3 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
November 20241
July 20241

A total of 3 Drugs incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20243

A total of 2 Robbery incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20242

A total of 5 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20241
August 20241
June 20242
April 20241

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

MonthCount
April 20241

High Crime Locations Lewes Castle in March 2025

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

1. Kingsley Road (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Crisp Road (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Waldshut Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
4. Castle Ditch Lane (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
5. Market Street (Map)
Total2
Shoplifting2
6. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
7. Offham Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
8. Well House Place (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
9. Parking Area (Map)
Total1
Other crime1
10. Shopping Area (Map)
Total1
Other theft1

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