Worthing vs Worthing — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Worthing

BN11 · West Sussex

492

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences151
  • Anti-social behaviour97
  • Shoplifting81

Worthing

BN13 · West Sussex

209

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences69
  • Anti-social behaviour50
  • Shoplifting19

Worthing has less crime — 209 vs 492 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Worthing recorded notably higher crime than Worthing in February 2026 — 492 vs 209 incidents. Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their most common crime type, though Worthing records significantly more (151 vs 69 incidents). Both areas are above the national average for recorded crime; the full 24-month reports break down the trends and outcomes in detail.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Worthing or Worthing safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Worthing recorded fewer crimes than Worthing — 209 vs 492 incidents. That is 58% fewer crimes. Worthing is above the national average.

What are the main differences in crime between Worthing and Worthing?

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In February 2026, Worthing recorded 151 incidents of this type vs 69 in Worthing. Overall, Worthing had fewer total crimes (209 vs 492).

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