Hailsham vs Lancing — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Hailsham

BN27 · East Sussex

116

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences40
  • Anti-social behaviour37
  • Criminal damage & arson8

Lancing

BN15 · West Sussex

154

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Anti-social behaviour48
  • Violence & sexual offences45
  • Criminal damage & arson21

Hailsham has less crime — 116 vs 154 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Lancing saw somewhat more crime than Hailsham in April 2026 (154 vs 116 incidents). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Hailsham or Lancing safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Hailsham recorded fewer crimes than Lancing — 116 vs 154 incidents. That is 25% fewer crimes.

What are the main differences in crime between Hailsham and Lancing?

In April 2026, Hailsham's top crime category was Violence & sexual offences (40 incidents) while Lancing's was Anti-social behaviour (48 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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