Crime Rate in Seaford Central: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Seaford Central

The total recorded crimes in Seaford Central, Lewes, UK in May 2025 are around 32 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Seaford Central crime rate of 2.18 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 May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (8) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Shoplifting: (7) incidents (75.00% increase)
  • Public order: (5) incidents (-16.67% decrease)
Seaford Central Crime Hotspots

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

  • Broad Street with total crimes: 9
  • Parking Area with total crimes: 3
  • St Crispians with total crimes: 3

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 May 2025 the Seaford Central has recorded 32 crimes with crime rate of 2.18 ranking 11th 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.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Seaford Central)CrimesRank (Seaford Central)CrimesRank (Seaford Central)
Newhaven South66 21,084 1812 1
Lewes Priory102 1855 2604 3
Lewes Bridge54 4811 3718 2
Peacehaven West60 3353 12324 6
Newhaven North47 6667 4562 4
East Saltdean & Telscombe Cliffs46 7466 6363 5
Ouse Valley & Ringmer47 5456 7310 8
Lewes Castle31 13319 13314 7
Kingston36 10390 8285 11
Peacehaven East44 8372 9302 10
Peacehaven North39 9369 11265 12
Seaford South32 12370 10260 13
Plumpton, Streat, East Chiltington & St John28 14227 15210 14
Seaford East20 16246 14142 16
Chailey, Barcombe & Hamsey23 15197 16181 15
Seaford North10 19147 17135 17
Ditchling & Westmeston13 17105 1984 19
Seaford West11 18137 18101 18
Wivelsfield7 2084 2079 20
Newick7 2151 2148 21

Seaford Central Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

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).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 13 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 12 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (24 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (24 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (13 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 58 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.83 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 8 reported cases.

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

A total of 27 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.70 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20254
March 20252
February 20253
November 20241
October 20243
September 20241
August 20241
July 20244
May 20245

A total of 5 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
November 20241
September 20241
May 20241

A total of 39 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.55 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20253
March 20251
December 20243
November 20243
October 20242
September 20244
August 20246
July 20246
June 20248
May 20241

A total of 50 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.55 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20255
April 20256
March 20253
February 20258
November 20242
October 20246
September 20244
August 20246
July 20243
June 20246
May 20241

A total of 113 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.42 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20257
April 20254
March 20253
February 20251
December 20245
November 20244
October 202414
September 202424
August 202413
July 202412
June 202424
May 20242

A total of 130 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.83 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20258
April 20258
March 202516
February 20258
December 20249
November 20246
October 202411
September 20249
August 20245
July 202413
June 202424
May 202413

A total of 11 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.38 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

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

A total of 1 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 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 5 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20252
October 20241
June 20242

A total of 3 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 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 11 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.83 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
March 20252
December 20242
August 20243
July 20242
May 20241

A total of 6 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
December 20241
November 20241
May 20241

A total of 7 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 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
June 20242
May 20241

High Crime Locations Seaford Central in May 2025

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

1. Broad Street (Map)
Total9
Shoplifting7
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
2. Parking Area (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. St Crispians (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Public order1
4. Church Lane (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
5. Supermarket (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Mallett Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Warwick Road (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
8. Police Station (Map)
Total1
Burglary1
9. Church Street (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
10. The Causeway (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1

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