Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BN16 · West Sussex
84
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
BN13 · West Sussex
209
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Rustington has less crime — 84 vs 209 incidents in February 2026.
Worthing recorded notably higher crime than Rustington in February 2026 — 209 vs 84 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Rustington sees higher rates of Other theft (7), while Worthing has more Shoplifting (19). Rustington is below the national average while Worthing is above, making Rustington the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Rustington recorded fewer crimes than Worthing — 84 vs 209 incidents. That is 60% fewer crimes. Rustington is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Rustington saw higher rates of Other theft while Worthing had more Shoplifting. Overall, Rustington recorded fewer total crimes (84 vs 209).