Eastbourne vs Eastbourne — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Eastbourne

BN20 · East Sussex

143

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Shoplifting58
  • Violence & sexual offences27
  • Anti-social behaviour22

Eastbourne

BN23 · East Sussex

177

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences44
  • Anti-social behaviour37
  • Shoplifting31

Eastbourne has less crime — 143 vs 177 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Eastbourne saw somewhat more crime than Eastbourne in February 2026 (177 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 February 2026 Police data, Eastbourne recorded fewer crimes than Eastbourne — 143 vs 177 incidents. That is 19% fewer crimes.

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

In February 2026, Eastbourne's top crime category was Shoplifting (58 incidents) while Eastbourne's was Violence & sexual offences (44 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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