Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BN25 · East Sussex
92
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
BN13 · West Sussex
209
crimes in February 2026
Above national average
Seaford has less crime — 92 vs 209 incidents in February 2026.
Worthing recorded notably higher crime than Seaford in February 2026 — 209 vs 92 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Seaford sees higher rates of Burglary (8), while Worthing has more Shoplifting (19). Seaford is below the national average while Worthing is above, making Seaford the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Seaford recorded fewer crimes than Worthing — 92 vs 209 incidents. That is 56% fewer crimes. Seaford is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Seaford saw higher rates of Burglary while Worthing had more Shoplifting. Overall, Seaford recorded fewer total crimes (92 vs 209).