Brighton vs Littlehampton — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Brighton

BN41 · Brighton and Hove

314

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

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

Littlehampton

BN17 · West Sussex

262

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences94
  • Anti-social behaviour64
  • Shoplifting25

Littlehampton has less crime — 262 vs 314 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Brighton saw somewhat more crime than Littlehampton in April 2026 (314 vs 262 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 Littlehampton safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Littlehampton recorded fewer crimes than Brighton — 262 vs 314 incidents. That is 17% fewer crimes. Brighton is above the national average.

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

In April 2026, Brighton's top crime category was Anti-social behaviour (93 incidents) while Littlehampton's was Violence & sexual offences (94 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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