East Sussex

Is Eastbourne BN20 safe?

Covering wards: South Downs, Upper Willingdon, Ratton, Meads, Upperton, Lower Willingdon, Old Town

Thinking about moving to Eastbourne BN20? Police recorded 143 crimes here in February 2026. Get the full picture before you commit.

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February 2026 — BN20 area

Official UK Police data

143 crimes recorded
Top crime types
Shoplifting 58
Violence & sexual offences 27
Anti-social behaviour 22
Near the national average

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Is Eastbourne BN20 safe to live in?

Eastbourne BN20 recorded 143 crimes in February 2026. The most common crime type was Shoplifting with 58 incidents. This is near the national average for areas of similar size. Get the full 24-month analysis in our detailed report.

What are the most common crimes in Eastbourne BN20?

In February 2026, the top crime types in Eastbourne BN20 were: Shoplifting (58), Violence & sexual offences (27), and Anti-social behaviour (22). These accounted for 75% of all recorded crime in the area.

How does Eastbourne BN20 compare to the national average?

Eastbourne BN20 is near the national average for total recorded crime. This suggests the area has broadly typical crime levels for the UK.

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