Crime Rate in Seaford Central: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Seaford Central

The total recorded crimes in Seaford Central, Lewes, UK in July 2025 are around 34 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Seaford Central crime rate of 2.32 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 Seaford Central, encompassing approximately 14,666 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (12) incidents (140.00% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (11) incidents (10.00% increase)
  • Shoplifting: (6) incidents (50.00% increase)
Seaford Central Crime Hotspots

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

  • Supermarket with total crimes: 10
  • Broad Street with total crimes: 8
  • Pelham Road with total crimes: 2

How safe is Seaford Central?

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

  • Relative to Lewes:

    • In 2024, Seaford Central reported a higher crime volume than the Lewes average, with 478 crimes compared to 390. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Seaford Central witnessed more crimes than 16 out of 20 other areas in the Lewes.

    • In 2023, Seaford Central experienced a greater number of crimes than the Lewes average, with 307 crimes compared to 305. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Seaford Central witnessed more crimes than 12 out of 20 other areas in the Lewes.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Seaford Central Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Seaford Central has recorded 34 crimes with crime rate of 2.32 ranking 10th out of 20 in the Lewes, UK

In 2024, the total Seaford Central crimes were 478. The crime rate of Seaford Central in 2024 was 32.59 (year) or 2.72 (month) ranking it 5 dangerous area in the Lewes.

In 2023, the total crimes in Seaford Central were around 307 crimes with yearly crime rate of 20.93 (year) or 1.74 (month) ranking 9 most dangerous area in the Lewes.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Seaford Central)CrimesRank (Seaford Central)CrimesRank (Seaford Central)
Newhaven South104 11,084 1812 1
Lewes Bridge72 2811 3718 2
Lewes Priory64 4855 2604 3
East Saltdean & Telscombe Cliffs64 3466 6363 5
Newhaven North60 5667 4562 4
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

Seaford Central Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 12 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 11 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (10 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (8 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (7 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (8 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (6 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , 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 (8 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Public order saw the largest number of reported crimes with 8 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 9 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (6 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In October 2024, Shoplifting dominated crime reports (14 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (11 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Shoplifting were the most frequent (24 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (9 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Shoplifting (13 incidents) and then Other theft showed a substantial number of incidents (6 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 5 Burglary incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20251
April 20251
November 20241
September 20241

A total of 60 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 5.45 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202512
June 20255
May 20254
April 20256
March 20258
February 20252
December 20244
November 20246
October 20244
September 20244
August 20245

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

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20253
May 20252
March 20251
February 20251
December 20241
November 20243
September 20241

A total of 47 Public order incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 4.70 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20255
May 20255
April 20256
March 20253
February 20258
November 20242
October 20246
September 20244
August 20246

A total of 85 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 7.73 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 20254
May 20257
April 20254
March 20253
February 20251
December 20245
November 20244
October 202414
September 202424
August 202413

A total of 101 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 9.18 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202511
June 202510
May 20258
April 20258
March 202516
February 20258
December 20249
November 20246
October 202411
September 20249
August 20245

A total of 11 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.83 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20252
April 20251
March 20252
December 20242
August 20243

A total of 20 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.22 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20252
May 20253
April 20254
March 20252
February 20253
November 20241
October 20243
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 25 Other theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.78 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20252
April 20253
March 20251
December 20243
November 20243
October 20242
September 20244
August 20246

A total of 6 Other crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
March 20251
February 20252
December 20241
November 20241

A total of 1 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251

A total of 3 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20252
October 20241

A total of 3 Robbery incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20252
October 20241

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

MonthCount
February 20252
October 20241
September 20241

High Crime Locations Seaford Central in July 2025

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

1. Supermarket (Map)
Total10
Shoplifting4
Violence and sexual offences4
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
2. Broad Street (Map)
Total8
Anti-social behaviour3
Shoplifting2
Violence and sexual offences2
Public order1
3. Pelham Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Drugs1
4. St John'S Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Dane Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
6. Wilmington Road (Map)
Total1
Burglary1
7. Avondale Road (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
8. Church Street (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
9. Green Lane (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Parking Area (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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