Eastbourne vs Lewes — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Eastbourne

BN23 · East Sussex

143

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

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

Lewes

BN7 · East Sussex

144

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences43
  • Anti-social behaviour26
  • Shoplifting23

Eastbourne has less crime — 143 vs 144 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Eastbourne and Lewes recorded very similar overall crime levels in April 2026 — 143 and 144 incidents respectively. Both areas share a near-identical crime profile, with Violence & sexual offences dominating in each. 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 Lewes safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Eastbourne recorded fewer crimes than Lewes — 143 vs 144 incidents. That is 1% fewer crimes.

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

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In April 2026, Eastbourne recorded 50 incidents of this type vs 43 in Lewes. Total crime levels were broadly similar.

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