Is Pevensey and Westham Safe?
Crime statistics for Pevensey and Westham. Based on official UK Police data, updated May 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 327 total crimes recorded in Pevensey and Westham
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Pevensey and Westham — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Pevensey and Westham safe?
Pevensey and Westham has a CrimeRadar safety score of 61/100, rated Average. A total of 327 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 46% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Crime levels in Pevensey and Westham are broadly in line with the UK average.
How many crimes were recorded in Pevensey and Westham in the last 12 months?
327 crimes were recorded in Pevensey and Westham in the last 12 months, spanning all reported crime categories from violent crime to vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. This represents a decrease of 46% compared to the previous 12-month period (606 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 114 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Pevensey and Westham?
The most common crime in Pevensey and Westham is Violent Crime, with 114 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 34.9% 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 Pevensey and Westham increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Pevensey and Westham is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 46% — from 606 crimes in the previous 12 months to 327 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Pevensey and Westham?
Pevensey and Westham has a safety score of 61 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 Pevensey and Westham compare to the Sussex Police average?
Pevensey and Westham has a safety score of 61/100, while the Sussex Police force area average is 31/100. Pevensey and Westham 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 Pevensey and Westham?
0% of crimes recorded in Pevensey and Westham 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 Pevensey and Westham?
114 violent crimes were recorded in Pevensey and Westham in the last 12 months — representing 34.9% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 83 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 Pevensey and Westham last updated?
The crime data for Pevensey and Westham was last updated in May 2026. 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 Pevensey and Westham with other areas?
You can compare Pevensey and Westham 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.