Brighton vs Brighton — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Brighton

BN2 · Brighton and Hove

332

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences100
  • Anti-social behaviour63
  • Shoplifting41

Brighton

BN41 · Brighton and Hove

314

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Anti-social behaviour93
  • Violence & sexual offences77
  • Shoplifting43

Brighton has less crime — 314 vs 332 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Brighton and Brighton recorded very similar overall crime levels in April 2026 — 332 and 314 incidents respectively. 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 — 314 vs 332 incidents. That is 5% fewer crimes. Brighton is above the national average.

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

In April 2026, Brighton's top crime category was Violence & sexual offences (100 incidents) while Brighton's was Anti-social behaviour (93 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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