East Sussex vs Eastbourne — Crime Comparison 2026

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

East Sussex

BN22 · East Sussex

257

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences69
  • Anti-social behaviour60
  • Shoplifting53

Eastbourne

BN20 · East Sussex

166

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Shoplifting51
  • Anti-social behaviour41
  • Violence & sexual offences37

Eastbourne has less crime — 166 vs 257 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

East Sussex recorded notably higher crime than Eastbourne in April 2026 — 257 vs 166 incidents. Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is East Sussex or Eastbourne safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Eastbourne recorded fewer crimes than East Sussex — 166 vs 257 incidents. That is 35% fewer crimes. East Sussex is above the national average.

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

In April 2026, East Sussex's top crime category was Violence & sexual offences (69 incidents) while Eastbourne's was Shoplifting (51 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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