Seaford vs Worthing — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Seaford

BN25 · East Sussex

92

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences30
  • Anti-social behaviour22
  • Burglary8

Worthing

BN14 · West Sussex

141

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences33
  • Anti-social behaviour32
  • Shoplifting28

Seaford has less crime — 92 vs 141 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Worthing recorded notably higher crime than Seaford in February 2026 — 141 vs 92 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Seaford sees higher rates of Burglary (8), while Worthing has more Shoplifting (28). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Seaford or Worthing safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Seaford recorded fewer crimes than Worthing — 92 vs 141 incidents. That is 35% fewer crimes. Seaford is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Seaford saw higher rates of Burglary while Worthing had more Shoplifting. Overall, Seaford recorded fewer total crimes (92 vs 141).

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