Lancing vs Worthing — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Lancing

BN15 · West Sussex

154

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

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

Worthing

BN14 · West Sussex

142

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences41
  • Anti-social behaviour31
  • Shoplifting20

Worthing has less crime — 142 vs 154 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Lancing and Worthing recorded very similar overall crime levels in April 2026 — 154 and 142 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Lancing sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (21), while Worthing has more Shoplifting (20). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Lancing or Worthing safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Worthing recorded fewer crimes than Lancing — 142 vs 154 incidents. That is 8% fewer crimes.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Lancing saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Worthing had more Shoplifting. Overall, Worthing recorded fewer total crimes (142 vs 154).

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