Brighton vs Brighton — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Brighton

BN1 · Brighton and Hove

650

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences157
  • Anti-social behaviour151
  • Shoplifting107

Brighton

BN3 · Brighton and Hove

398

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences128
  • Anti-social behaviour79
  • Shoplifting35

Brighton has less crime — 398 vs 650 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Brighton recorded notably higher crime than Brighton in April 2026 — 650 vs 398 incidents. Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their most common crime type, though Brighton records significantly more (157 vs 128 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 Brighton or Brighton safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Brighton recorded fewer crimes than Brighton — 398 vs 650 incidents. That is 39% fewer crimes. Brighton is above the national average.

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

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In April 2026, Brighton recorded 157 incidents of this type vs 128 in Brighton. Overall, Brighton had fewer total crimes (398 vs 650).

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