Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BN18 · West Sussex
5
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
BN24 · East Sussex
11
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Arundel has less crime — 5 vs 11 incidents in February 2026.
Westham recorded notably higher crime than Arundel in February 2026 — 11 vs 5 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Arundel sees higher rates of Other crime (1) and Other theft (1), while Westham has more Shoplifting (2) and Anti-social behaviour (2). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Arundel recorded fewer crimes than Westham — 5 vs 11 incidents. That is 55% fewer crimes. Arundel is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Arundel saw higher rates of Other crime and Other theft while Westham had more Shoplifting and Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Arundel recorded fewer total crimes (5 vs 11).