Crime Rate in Seaford West: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Seaford West

The total recorded crimes in Seaford West, Lewes, UK in July 2025 are around 20 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Seaford West crime rate of 4.97 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 Jul were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (7) incidents (75.00% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (7) incidents (40.00% increase)
  • Burglary: (2) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Seaford West Crime Hotspots

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

  • Parking Area with total crimes: 2
  • Bishops Close with total crimes: 2
  • Carlton 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 areas in the Lewes.

    • 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 areas in the Lewes.

  • 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 July 2025 the Seaford West has recorded 20 crimes with crime rate of 4.97 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.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Seaford West)CrimesRank (Seaford West)CrimesRank (Seaford West)
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 North14 17147 17135 17
Ditchling & Westmeston10 18105 1984 19
Wivelsfield8 1984 2079 20
Newick3 2051 2148 21

Seaford West Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 7 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (5 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (7 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (1 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Criminal damage and arson were the most frequent (5 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (5 incidents) also being high.

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).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

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

MonthCount
July 20252
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 32 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.20 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 20254
May 20251
April 20253
March 20252
February 20252
November 20241
October 20242
September 20245
August 20245

A total of 54 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 4.91 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 20255
May 20257
April 20255
March 202510
February 20251
December 20245
November 20243
October 20246
September 20244
August 20241

A total of 14 Other theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20251
March 20251
February 20251
December 20244
November 20242
August 20243

A total of 15 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.88 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20253
May 20251
April 20255
February 20251
November 20242
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 5 Other crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
March 20251
August 20241

A total of 6 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
December 20243
November 20241
October 20241

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 8 Public order incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
December 20241
November 20242
October 20241
August 20243

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

High Crime Locations Seaford West in July 2025

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

1. Parking Area (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
2. Bishops Close (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
3. Carlton Road (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Other theft1
4. Bishopstone Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Beach Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
6. Norman Close (Map)
Total1
Burglary1
7. Queens Park Gardens (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Westdown Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Tide Mills Way (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1
10. Supermarket (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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