Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
BN5 · West Sussex
18
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
BN24 · East Sussex
26
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Henfield has less crime — 18 vs 26 incidents in April 2026.
Westham saw somewhat more crime than Henfield in April 2026 (26 vs 18 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Henfield sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (6) and Public order (2), while Westham has more Shoplifting (12) and Other theft (2). 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 Westham — 18 vs 26 incidents. That is 31% 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 Anti-social behaviour and Public order while Westham had more Shoplifting and Other theft. Overall, Henfield recorded fewer total crimes (18 vs 26).