Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BN5 · West Sussex
18
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
BN16 · West Sussex
89
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Henfield has less crime — 18 vs 89 incidents in April 2026.
Rustington recorded substantially more crime than Henfield in April 2026 — 89 incidents compared to 18, a 4.9x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Henfield sees higher rates of Public order (2), while Rustington has more Shoplifting (18). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Henfield recorded fewer crimes than Rustington — 18 vs 89 incidents. That is 80% fewer crimes. Henfield is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Henfield saw higher rates of Public order while Rustington had more Shoplifting. Overall, Henfield recorded fewer total crimes (18 vs 89).