Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BN6 · West Sussex
46
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
BN44 · West Sussex
13
crimes in February 2026
Below national average
Steyning has less crime — 13 vs 46 incidents in February 2026.
Clayton recorded substantially more crime than Steyning in February 2026 — 46 incidents compared to 13, a 3.5x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Clayton sees higher rates of Shoplifting (6), while Steyning has more Public order (1). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on February 2026 Police data, Steyning recorded fewer crimes than Clayton — 13 vs 46 incidents. That is 72% fewer crimes. Steyning is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Clayton saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Steyning had more Public order. Overall, Steyning recorded fewer total crimes (13 vs 46).