Rustington vs Seaford — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Rustington

BN16 · West Sussex

89

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences28
  • Anti-social behaviour23
  • Shoplifting18

Seaford

BN25 · East Sussex

89

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences35
  • Anti-social behaviour14
  • Public order11

Both areas recorded the same number of crimes (89) in April 2026.

What the data shows

Rustington and Seaford recorded very similar overall crime levels in April 2026 — 89 and 89 incidents respectively. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Rustington sees higher rates of Shoplifting (18), while Seaford has more Public order (11). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Rustington or Seaford safer?

Rustington and Seaford recorded identical crime totals in April 2026 (89 incidents each). The full reports reveal differences in crime type and trend that the headline figure doesn't capture.

What are the main differences in crime between Rustington and Seaford?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Rustington saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Seaford had more Public order. Total crime levels were similar.

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