Brighton vs Brighton — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Brighton

BN3 · Brighton and Hove

398

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

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

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 398 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Brighton saw somewhat more crime than Brighton in April 2026 (398 vs 314 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 — 314 vs 398 incidents. That is 21% 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 (128 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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