Is Seaford Central Safe?
Crime statistics for Seaford Central. Based on official UK Police data, updated December 2025.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 444 total crimes recorded in Seaford Central
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Seaford Central — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Seaford Central safe?
Seaford Central has a CrimeRadar safety score of 56/100, rated Average. A total of 444 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 11.6% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Crime levels in Seaford Central are broadly in line with the UK average.
How many crimes were recorded in Seaford Central in the last 12 months?
444 crimes were recorded in Seaford Central 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 11.6% compared to the previous 12-month period (502 crimes). The most common category was Shoplifting, with 123 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Seaford Central?
The most common crime in Seaford Central is Shoplifting, with 123 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 27.7% 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 Seaford Central increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Seaford Central is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 11.6% — from 502 crimes in the previous 12 months to 444 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Seaford Central?
Seaford Central has a safety score of 56 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 Seaford Central compare to the Sussex Police average?
Seaford Central has a safety score of 56/100, while the Sussex Police force area average is 45/100. Seaford Central 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 Seaford Central?
35% of crimes recorded in Seaford Central 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 Seaford Central?
110 violent crimes were recorded in Seaford Central in the last 12 months — representing 24.8% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 69 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 Seaford Central last updated?
The crime data for Seaford Central 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 Seaford Central with other areas?
You can compare Seaford Central 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.