Crime Rate in Newhaven South: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Newhaven South

The total recorded crimes in Newhaven South, Lewes, UK in July 2025 are around 104 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Newhaven South crime rate of 6.25 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 Newhaven South, encompassing approximately 16,644 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (33) incidents (3.12% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (25) incidents (127.27% increase)
  • Public order: (10) incidents (233.33% increase)
Newhaven South Crime Hotspots

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

  • Butchers Lane with total crimes: 8
  • Western Road with total crimes: 7
  • Supermarket with total crimes: 5

How safe is Newhaven South?

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

  • Relative to Lewes:

    • In 2024, Newhaven South reported a higher crime volume than the Lewes average, with 1,084 crimes compared to 390. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Newhaven South witnessed more crimes than 20 out of 20 other areas in the Lewes.

    • In 2023, Newhaven South experienced a greater number of crimes than the Lewes average, with 812 crimes compared to 305. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Newhaven South witnessed more crimes than 20 out of 20 other areas in the Lewes.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Newhaven South Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Newhaven South has recorded 104 crimes with crime rate of 6.25 ranking 1th out of 20 in the Lewes, UK

In 2024, the total Newhaven South crimes were 1,084. The crime rate of Newhaven South in 2024 was 65.13 (year) or 5.43 (month) ranking it 1 dangerous area in the Lewes.

In 2023, the total crimes in Newhaven South were around 812 crimes with yearly crime rate of 48.78 (year) or 4.07 (month) ranking 1 most dangerous area in the Lewes.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Newhaven South)CrimesRank (Newhaven South)CrimesRank (Newhaven South)
Lewes Bridge72 2811 3718 2
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

Newhaven South 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 33 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 25 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (32 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (11 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (27 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (17 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (25 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (13 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (31 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (24 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 20 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

In January 2025, Violence and sexual offences recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 1

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 31 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (22 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (18 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (30 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (9 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (26 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (11 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (21 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (18 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 42 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.20 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20258
June 20259
April 20255
March 20251
February 20254
December 20243
November 20243
October 20242
September 20244
August 20243

A total of 299 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 24.92 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 33 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202533
June 202532
May 202527
April 202525
March 202531
February 202520
January 20251
December 202431
November 202422
October 202430
September 202426
August 202421

A total of 151 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 13.73 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 25 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202525
June 202511
May 202517
April 202513
March 202524
February 20257
December 20245
November 202418
October 20242
September 202411
August 202418

A total of 70 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.36 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 20258
May 20257
April 20256
March 20256
February 20255
December 20246
November 20245
October 20245
September 20247
August 20249

A total of 18 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.25 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20254
April 20252
February 20252
December 20241
November 20241
October 20242
August 20242

A total of 71 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.45 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202510
June 20253
May 20255
April 20259
March 202510
February 20257
December 20245
November 20242
October 20249
September 20246
August 20245

A total of 13 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.86 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
April 20251
March 20251
February 20252
December 20242
October 20241
September 20242

A total of 44 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.40 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20251
May 20255
April 20254
March 20251
February 20251
December 20246
November 20243
October 20248
August 202411

A total of 23 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.56 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
May 20255
April 20252
March 20253
February 20252
December 20241
November 20242
October 20241
August 20243

A total of 7 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
April 20251
October 20242
September 20242
August 20241

A total of 7 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.17 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
March 20251
November 20241
October 20242
September 20241

A total of 26 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.60 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20251
April 20251
March 20253
February 20254
December 20241
November 20241
October 20242
September 20244
August 20245

A total of 10 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20255
April 20252
February 20251
October 20241
August 20241

A total of 6 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20252
December 20241
September 20241
August 20242

High Crime Locations Newhaven South in July 2025

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

1. Butchers Lane (Map)
Total8
Anti-social behaviour3
Violence and sexual offences2
Burglary1
Public order1
Shoplifting1
2. Western Road (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
Drugs1
Other crime1
Theft from the person1
3. Supermarket (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour3
Burglary1
Shoplifting1
4. Southdown Road (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
Vehicle crime1
5. High Street (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour2
Other theft1
Shoplifting1
Vehicle crime1
6. Parking Area (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Public order2
7. Riverside South (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Burglary1
Public order1
8. South Road (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
9. Bridge Street (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
Public order1
Vehicle crime1
10. Transit Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Other theft1

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