Eastbourne vs Eastbourne — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Eastbourne

BN20 · East Sussex

166

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

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

Eastbourne

BN23 · East Sussex

143

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences50
  • Anti-social behaviour30
  • Shoplifting20

Eastbourne has less crime — 143 vs 166 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Eastbourne saw somewhat more crime than Eastbourne in April 2026 (166 vs 143 incidents). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Eastbourne or Eastbourne safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Eastbourne recorded fewer crimes than Eastbourne — 143 vs 166 incidents. That is 14% fewer crimes.

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

In April 2026, Eastbourne's top crime category was Shoplifting (51 incidents) while Eastbourne's was Violence & sexual offences (50 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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