Crime Rate in Seaford North: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Seaford North

The total recorded crimes in Seaford North, Lewes, UK in July 2025 are around 14 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Seaford North crime rate of 2.22 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 North, encompassing approximately 6,299 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (5) incidents (-37.50% decrease)
  • Public order: (5) incidents (150.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (3) incidents (50.00% increase)
Seaford North Crime Hotspots

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

  • Cradle Hill Road with total crimes: 2
  • Lexden Court with total crimes: 2
  • Pinewood Close with total crimes: 2

How safe is Seaford North?

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

  • Relative to Lewes:

    • In 2024, Seaford North demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Lewes average, with 147 crimes compared to 390.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Seaford North recorded fewer crimes than 16 out of 20 other areas in the Lewes.

    • In 2023, Seaford North had fewer crimes than the Lewes average, with 135 crimes compared to 305. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Seaford North recorded fewer crimes than 16 out of 20 other areas in the Lewes.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Seaford North Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Seaford North has recorded 14 crimes with crime rate of 2.22 ranking 17th out of 20 in the Lewes, UK

In 2024, the total Seaford North crimes were 147. The crime rate of Seaford North in 2024 was 23.33 (year) or 1.94 (month) ranking it 17 dangerous area in the Lewes.

In 2023, the total crimes in Seaford North were around 135 crimes with yearly crime rate of 21.43 (year) or 1.79 (month) ranking 17 most dangerous area in the Lewes.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Seaford North)CrimesRank (Seaford North)CrimesRank (Seaford North)
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
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
Ditchling & Westmeston10 18105 1984 19
Wivelsfield8 1984 2079 20
Newick3 2051 2148 21

Seaford North 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 5 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (8 reports) and Drugs incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (6 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (3 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (3 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (4 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (4 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 6 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 3 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 1 incidents.

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

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (5 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (2 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 Burglary (1 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (6 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 56 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 5.09 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20258
May 20256
April 20253
March 20254
February 20256
December 20243
November 20242
October 20245
September 20248
August 20246

A total of 16 Public order incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.29 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20252
May 20253
February 20252
November 20241
October 20242
August 20241

A total of 8 Other theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.14 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20251
March 20251
November 20242
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 18 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20252
April 20252
March 20254
February 20251
December 20241
October 20242
September 20241
August 20242

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

MonthCount
June 20252
September 20241

A total of 4 Burglary incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
February 20251
December 20241
September 20241

A total of 4 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20253
March 20251

A total of 8 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
November 20241
October 20242
August 20243

A total of 2 Other crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251

High Crime Locations Seaford North in July 2025

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

1. Cradle Hill Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
2. Lexden Court (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Public order1
3. Pinewood Close (Map)
Total2
Public order2
4. Raymond Close (Map)
Total1
Public order1
5. Lexden Drive (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Pitt Drive (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
7. Quarry Lane (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
8. Normansal Close (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
9. Maple Fields (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Upper Belgrave Road (Map)
Total1
Public order1

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