Newhaven vs Seaford — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Newhaven

BN9 · East Sussex

137

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences55
  • Anti-social behaviour26
  • Shoplifting12

Seaford

BN25 · East Sussex

92

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences30
  • Anti-social behaviour22
  • Burglary8

Seaford has less crime — 92 vs 137 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Newhaven saw somewhat more crime than Seaford in February 2026 (137 vs 92 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Newhaven sees higher rates of Shoplifting (12), while Seaford has more Burglary (8). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Newhaven or Seaford safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Seaford recorded fewer crimes than Newhaven — 92 vs 137 incidents. That is 33% fewer crimes. Seaford is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Newhaven and Seaford?

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Newhaven saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Seaford had more Burglary. Overall, Seaford recorded fewer total crimes (92 vs 137).

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