Is Worthing Central Safe?
Crime statistics for Worthing Central. 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 — 2,871 total crimes recorded in Worthing Central
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Worthing Central — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Worthing Central safe?
Worthing Central has a CrimeRadar safety score of 9/100, rated High Crime. A total of 2,871 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 6.9% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Crime levels in Worthing Central are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Worthing Central in the last 12 months?
2,871 crimes were recorded in Worthing 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 6.9% compared to the previous 12-month period (3,082 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 967 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Worthing Central?
The most common crime in Worthing Central is Violent Crime, with 967 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 33.7% 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 Worthing Central increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Worthing Central is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 6.9% — from 3,082 crimes in the previous 12 months to 2,871 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Worthing Central?
Worthing Central has a safety score of 9 out of 100 (High Crime). 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 Worthing Central compare to the Sussex Police average?
Worthing Central has a safety score of 9/100, while the Sussex Police force area average is 45/100. Worthing Central is below the force average for safety. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.
What is the crime resolution rate in Worthing Central?
29.5% of crimes recorded in Worthing 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 Worthing Central?
967 violent crimes were recorded in Worthing Central in the last 12 months — representing 33.7% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 533 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 Worthing Central last updated?
The crime data for Worthing 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 Worthing Central with other areas?
You can compare Worthing 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.