Eastbourne vs Littlehampton — 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

Littlehampton

BN17 · West Sussex

262

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences94
  • Anti-social behaviour64
  • Shoplifting25

Eastbourne has less crime — 166 vs 262 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Littlehampton recorded notably higher crime than Eastbourne in April 2026 — 262 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 Eastbourne or Littlehampton safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Eastbourne recorded fewer crimes than Littlehampton — 166 vs 262 incidents. That is 37% fewer crimes. Littlehampton is above the national average.

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

In April 2026, Eastbourne's top crime category was Shoplifting (51 incidents) while Littlehampton's was Violence & sexual offences (94 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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