Is Seaford East Safe?
Crime statistics for Seaford East. Based on official UK Police data, updated May 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 36 months — 655 total crimes recorded in Seaford East
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Seaford East — last 36 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Seaford East safe?
Seaford East has a CrimeRadar safety score of 61/100, rated Average. A total of 244 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 6.1% compared to the previous year. Crime levels in Seaford East are broadly in line with the UK average.
How many crimes were recorded in Seaford East in the last 12 months?
244 crimes were recorded in Seaford East 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 6.1% compared to the previous 12-month period (230 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 305 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Seaford East?
The most common crime in Seaford East is Violent Crime, with 305 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 125% 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 East increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Seaford East is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 6.1% — from 230 crimes in the previous 12 months to 244 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 Seaford East?
Seaford East 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 Seaford East compare to the Sussex Police average?
Seaford East has a safety score of 61/100, while the Sussex Police force area average is 31/100. Seaford East 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 East?
42.3% of crimes recorded in Seaford East 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 East?
305 violent crimes were recorded in Seaford East in the last 12 months — representing 125% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 120 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 East last updated?
The crime data for Seaford East 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 Seaford East with other areas?
You can compare Seaford East 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.