Is Motcombe Safe?
Crime statistics for Motcombe. Based on official UK Police data, updated December 2025.
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Crime Zone Map
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 269 total crimes recorded in Motcombe
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Motcombe — last 12 months
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View detailed crime data for each month in Motcombe
Safest Areas Near Motcombe
Highest-rated neighbourhoods closest to Motcombe by safety score
Compare Motcombe With Nearby Areas
Side-by-side crime comparisons with the closest neighbourhoods
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Motcombe safe?
Motcombe has a CrimeRadar safety score of 58/100, rated Average. A total of 269 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 18.5% compared to the previous year. Crime levels in Motcombe are broadly in line with the UK average.
How many crimes were recorded in Motcombe in the last 12 months?
269 crimes were recorded in Motcombe in the last 12 months, spanning all reported crime categories from violent crime to vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. This represents an increase of 18.5% compared to the previous 12-month period (227 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 93 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Motcombe?
The most common crime in Motcombe is Violent Crime, with 93 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 34.6% of all reported crimes in the area. You can view a full breakdown of all crime categories, including anti-social behaviour, vehicle crime, and burglary, in the Crime by Category section on this page.
Is crime in Motcombe increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Motcombe is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 18.5% — from 227 crimes in the previous 12 months to 269 in the most recent period. This upward trend is something residents and prospective buyers should factor into their decisions.
What is the safety score for Motcombe?
Motcombe has a safety score of 58 out of 100 (Average). CrimeRadar safety scores are calculated from crime volume, year-on-year trend, and crime resolution rate. A score of 85+ is Very Safe, 65–84 is Safe, 45–64 is Average, 25–44 is Below Average, and below 25 is High Crime.
How does Motcombe compare to the Sussex Police average?
Motcombe has a safety score of 58/100, while the Sussex Police force area average is 45/100. Motcombe is safer than the force average. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.
What is the crime resolution rate in Motcombe?
17.4% of crimes recorded in Motcombe resulted in a formal outcome in the last 12 months. Formal outcomes include charges brought, cautions issued, fixed penalty notices, or other official resolutions recorded by Sussex Police. The national average outcome rate in England and Wales is typically 5–15% across most crime types. A higher rate suggests more effective local enforcement.
How much violent crime is there in Motcombe?
93 violent crimes were recorded in Motcombe in the last 12 months — representing 34.6% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 58 incidents. Violent crime encompasses assault, robbery, and related offences as classified by the UK Home Office. Data is sourced from official police reports submitted to data.police.uk.
When was the crime data for Motcombe last updated?
The crime data for Motcombe was last updated in December 2025. CrimeRadar sources all crime data directly from the official UK Police Data API, operated by the Home Office and published at data.police.uk under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Data is refreshed monthly and covers the most recent 36-month period. New monthly data is typically published with a 2-month lag.
How can I compare Motcombe with other areas?
You can compare Motcombe with any other UK neighbourhood or city using the CrimeRadar Compare tool. It shows side-by-side safety scores, crime volumes by category, year-on-year trends, and crime resolution rates. The Compare tool covers all 44 police force areas across England, Wales and Northern Ireland, with more than 4,000 built neighbourhoods available.