WD22 Intelligence Updated March 2026Source: Sussex Police Police

Crime in west st leonards, hastings

Comprehensive safety analysis for west st leonards, localized within hastings.

Total Crimes

53
trending_up +39.5% MoM

Annual Crime Rate

104.64per 1k
trending_up +2.4% 12m Trend

Safety Rating

High Risk

Total Population

4,931

12-Month Crime Trend

Monthly Totals

Safety Heatmap

Crime Categories

Violence & Sexual Offences18
Anti-social Behaviour16
Shoplifting5
Criminal Damage & Arson4
Public Order3
Burglary2
Other Theft2
Weapons Possession1
Bicycle Theft1
Vehicle Crime1

Incident Distribution

Location ReferencePrimary IncidentsTotal
On or near Seaside Way Map
Violence and sexual offences: 4Shoplifting: 2
6
On or near Cinque Ports Way Map
Anti-social behaviour: 4Burglary: 1
5
On or near Asten Close Map
Violence and sexual offences: 3Public order: 1Criminal damage and arson: 1
5
On or near Quarry Hill Map
Anti-social behaviour: 2Public order: 1
3
On or near St Saviour'S Road Map
Criminal damage and arson: 3
3
On or near Jubilee Gardens Map
Violence and sexual offences: 2Other theft: 1
3
On or near Keats Close Map
Shoplifting: 2Vehicle crime: 1
3
On or near Conqueror Road Map
Violence and sexual offences: 2
2
On or near Edinburgh Road Map
Public order: 1Possession of weapons: 1
2
On or near Keymer Close Map
Anti-social behaviour: 2
2

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City Ranking

Safety comparison within hastings district.

Local Rank

#11safest in hastings

National Safety

Top 21%Riskiest

City Average

111.29per 1k

Local Policing

Crowhurst, Catsfield and Hooe

Sussex Police

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Local Priorities

Anti-social behaviour / Vandalism

Issued: 10 Mar 2026

Status Update

We are intensifying our efforts to tackle anti-social behaviour through targeted, high-visibility patrols in identified hotspot areas. Officers are proactively identifying individuals responsible and addressing their behaviour through a range of proportionate and preventative measures.
These include delivering words of advice, building positive relationships with young people, engaging with parents and guardians, conducting community surveys to better understand local concerns, and issuing Community Protection Warnings (CPWs) where appropriate. This multi-faceted approach is designed to mitigate harm, prevent escalation, and provide early intervention.

Actioned: 28 Jun 2026

Wildlife Crime

Issued: 10 Mar 2026

Status Update

We are working closely with the Rural Crime Team to target areas where incidents have been reported. Using intelligence received from the public and partner agencies, we are focusing our efforts on locations where there is evidence of poaching, criminal damage, or threats to wildlife and natural habitats.

Actioned: 28 Jun 2026

Speeding

Issued: 10 Mar 2026

Status Update

We continue to take firm and proactive steps to address concerns around speeding in the area. Targeted patrols and speed enforcement operations, working with Community Speed Watch, have been carried out in known hotspot locations, particularly those identified through community feedback and collision data. We have been using speed detection equipment to monitor driver behaviour, resulting in a number of warnings and enforcement actions, including fixed penalty notices and referrals for further investigation.
Our work is not limited to enforcement alone. We’ve also engaged with local residents and community groups to raise awareness of the dangers of speeding and promote safer driving habits. Educational campaigns and visibility of patrols have helped reinforce the message that speeding will not be tolerated.

Actioned: 28 Jun 2026

Engagement Events

AUG1

Community Meeting - Catsfield

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Officers from the Neighbourhood Policing Team will be holding a community meeting in Catsfield Village Hall car park to talk with local residents.
We encourage anyone living in the area to come along, meet your local officers, and share any concerns or ideas you may have. These events are a great opportunity to strengthen community relationships and work together to keep our neighbourhoods safe and welcoming.
We look forward to seeing you there.

schedule

9:30 AM — 10:30 AM

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Catsfield Village Hall car park, Church Road, Battle

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Community Meeting - Crowhurst

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Officers from the Neighbourhood Policing Team will be holding a community meeting in Crowhurst Village Hall car park to talk with local residents.
We encourage anyone living in the area to come along, meet your local officers, and share any concerns or ideas you may have. These events are a great opportunity to strengthen community relationships and work together to keep our neighbourhoods safe and welcoming.
We look forward to seeing you there.

schedule

10:45 AM — 12:00 PM

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Crowhurst Village Hall car park, Forwood Lane, Battle

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Community Meeting - Hooe

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Officers from the Neighbourhood Policing Team will be holding a community meeting in Hooe village hall to talk with local residents.
We encourage anyone living in the area to come along, meet your local officers, and share any concerns or ideas you may have. These events are a great opportunity to strengthen community relationships and work together to keep our neighbourhoods safe and welcoming.
We look forward to seeing you there.

schedule

2:45 PM — 3:30 PM

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Netherfield Road, Battle

NOV7

Community Meeting - Catsfield

meeting

Officers from the Neighbourhood Policing Team will be holding a community meeting in Catsfield Village Hall car park to talk with local residents.
We encourage anyone living in the area to come along, meet your local officers, and share any concerns or ideas you may have. These events are a great opportunity to strengthen community relationships and work together to keep our neighbourhoods safe and welcoming.
We look forward to seeing you there.

schedule

9:30 AM — 10:30 AM

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Catsfield Village Hall car park, Church Road, Battle

NOV7

Community Meeting - Crowhurst

meeting

Officers from the Neighbourhood Policing Team will be holding a community meeting in Crowhurst Village Hall car park to talk with local residents.
We encourage anyone living in the area to come along, meet your local officers, and share any concerns or ideas you may have. These events are a great opportunity to strengthen community relationships and work together to keep our neighbourhoods safe and welcoming.
We look forward to seeing you there.

schedule

10:45 AM — 11:30 AM

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Crowhurst Village Hall car park, Forwood Lane, Battle

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