Hailsham vs Newhaven — 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

Newhaven

BN9 · East Sussex

178

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Anti-social behaviour57
  • Violence & sexual offences56
  • Criminal damage & arson14

Hailsham has less crime — 116 vs 178 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Newhaven recorded notably higher crime than Hailsham in April 2026 — 178 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 Newhaven safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Hailsham recorded fewer crimes than Newhaven — 116 vs 178 incidents. That is 35% fewer crimes.

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

In April 2026, Hailsham's top crime category was Violence & sexual offences (40 incidents) while Newhaven's was Anti-social behaviour (57 incidents). The full reports provide a 24-month breakdown across all categories.

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