Clayton vs East Sussex — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Clayton

BN6 · West Sussex

46

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Anti-social behaviour14
  • Violence & sexual offences12
  • Shoplifting6

East Sussex

BN22 · East Sussex

224

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences66
  • Anti-social behaviour49
  • Shoplifting44

Clayton has less crime — 46 vs 224 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

East Sussex recorded substantially more crime than Clayton in February 2026 — 224 incidents compared to 46, a 4.9x difference. Clayton is below the national average while East Sussex is above, making Clayton the safer choice on this measure.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Clayton or East Sussex safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Clayton recorded fewer crimes than East Sussex — 46 vs 224 incidents. That is 79% fewer crimes. Clayton is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Clayton and East Sussex?

In February 2026, Clayton's top crime category was Anti-social behaviour (14 incidents) while East Sussex's was Violence & sexual offences (66 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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