Crime Rate in Seaford West: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Seaford West

The total recorded crimes in Seaford West, Lewes, UK in March 2025 are around 15 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Seaford West crime rate of 3.72 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 West, encompassing approximately 4,027 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (10) incidents (900.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (2) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Other theft: (1) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Seaford West Crime Hotspots

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

  • Freeland Close with total crimes: 2
  • Whiteway Close with total crimes: 2
  • Claremont Road with total crimes: 2

How safe is Seaford West?

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

  • Relative to Lewes:

    • In 2024, Seaford West demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Lewes average, with 137 crimes compared to 390.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Seaford West recorded fewer crimes than 17 out of 20 other cities.

    • In 2023, Seaford West had fewer crimes than the Lewes average, with 101 crimes compared to 305. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Seaford West recorded fewer crimes than 17 out of 20 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Seaford West Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Seaford West has recorded 15 crimes with crime rate of 3.72 ranking 16th out of 20 in the Lewes, UK

In 2024, the total Seaford West crimes were 137. The crime rate of Seaford West in 2024 was 34.01 (year) or 2.83 (month) ranking it 18 dangerous area in the Lewes.

In 2023, the total crimes in Seaford West were around 101 crimes with yearly crime rate of 25.08 (year) or 2.09 (month) ranking 18 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
Lewes Castle29 12319 13314 7
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 North12 17147 17135 17
Ditchling & Westmeston8 19105 1984 19
Wivelsfield5 2084 2079 20
Newick3 2151 2148 21

Seaford West Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (10 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (2 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 2 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 1 incidents.

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 5 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (3 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (6 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (2 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (5 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (4 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (5 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 6 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (8 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (8 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (1 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (1 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 26 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.89 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20252
November 20241
October 20242
September 20245
August 20245
July 20242
June 20244
May 20243

A total of 53 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 4.82 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202510
February 20251
December 20245
November 20243
October 20246
September 20244
August 20241
July 20246
June 20248
May 20248
April 20241

A total of 11 Other theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.20 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
December 20244
November 20242
August 20243

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

MonthCount
March 20251
October 20241

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
August 20241

A total of 11 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.57 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
November 20242
September 20241
August 20241
July 20241
June 20244
May 20241

A total of 12 Public order incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
December 20241
November 20242
October 20241
August 20243
June 20244

A total of 10 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20243
November 20241
October 20241
June 20244
May 20241

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

MonthCount
November 20241

A total of 2 Burglary incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20241
August 20241

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

MonthCount
June 20242

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

MonthCount
April 20241

High Crime Locations Seaford West in March 2025

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

1. Freeland Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Whiteway Close (Map)
Total2
Drugs1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Claremont Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
4. Albany Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
5. Seagrave Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Parking Area (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
7. Kimberley Road (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
8. Earls Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Beacon Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Parking Area (Map)
Total1
Other crime1

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