Newhaven vs Shoreham-by-Sea — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Newhaven

BN9 · East Sussex

137

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences55
  • Anti-social behaviour26
  • Shoplifting12

Shoreham-by-Sea

BN42 · West Sussex

166

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences71
  • Shoplifting23
  • Anti-social behaviour22

Newhaven has less crime — 137 vs 166 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Shoreham-by-Sea saw somewhat more crime than Newhaven in February 2026 (166 vs 137 incidents). Both areas share a near-identical crime profile, with Violence & sexual offences dominating in each. Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Newhaven or Shoreham-by-Sea safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Newhaven recorded fewer crimes than Shoreham-by-Sea — 137 vs 166 incidents. That is 17% fewer crimes.

What are the main differences in crime between Newhaven and Shoreham-by-Sea?

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In February 2026, Newhaven recorded 55 incidents of this type vs 71 in Shoreham-by-Sea. Total crime levels were broadly similar.

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