Peacehaven Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In July 2025, Peacehaven recorded a crime rate of 7.8 per 1,000 residents, placing it 9.3% below the UK average of 8.6. This figure, while modest, reflects the area's unique character as a built-up coastal town within the Lewes district, where seasonal tourism and local events influence crime patterns. The most prevalent category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 34.2% of all crimes, with a rate of 2.7 per 1,000—11% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour followed closely at 23.3%, with a rate of 1.8 per 1,000, a figure 16% above the national average. These statistics suggest a tension between the area's vibrant community life and the pressures of summer tourism, which may contribute to higher rates of disorderly conduct. The seasonal context of July—peak summer, school holidays, and festivals—likely amplifies these dynamics, as increased foot traffic and social activity create opportunities for both anti-social behaviour and retail-related crimes. Shoplifting emerged as a significant outlier, with a rate of 1.1 per 1,000, 69% above the UK average. This anomaly may be tied to the town's retail presence and the influx of visitors during the summer months, highlighting a challenge for local authorities to balance tourism with crime prevention. While property crimes accounted for 46.7% of incidents, the relatively low rates of burglary and vehicle crime—both below UK averages—suggest that local security measures and community engagement may be effective in deterring such offences.

July 2025 marked a 70% increase in shoplifting incidents, rising from 10 to 17 cases, a figure that is 69% above the UK average of 0.7 per 1,000. This spike coincides with the area's peak tourism season and summer festivals, which may contribute to higher retail theft activity. Meanwhile, vehicle crime surged by 100%, with one incident reported in July compared to none in June, a rare but notable shift. Anti-social behaviour also rose by 57.1%, reflecting a 16% increase over the UK average. In contrast, burglary rates fell by 50% as one incident was reported compared to two in June, and other theft declined by 33.3%, suggesting some localised improvements in property crime prevention. The balance between violent crimes (34.2% of total) and property crimes (46.7%) indicates a shift in the crime mix, with public order offences and criminal damage rising alongside anti-social behaviour.

Peacehaven's crime rate in July 2025 rose 14.3% from 6.8 to 7.8 per 1,000 residents compared to June, reflecting a shift in local patterns. While this increase places the area slightly closer to the UK average of 8.6 per 1,000, it remains 9.3% below the national figure. On a daily basis, the area saw roughly four crimes reported each day in July, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents for local residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 129 residents, a monthly exposure rate that highlights the relatively low frequency of incidents in Peacehaven despite the summer peak. With a population of 15,459, the area's crime dynamics are shaped by its built-up character within the Lewes district, where seasonal tourism and local events may influence reporting trends. The rise in violent crimes and anti-social behaviour contrasts with declines in burglary and vehicle crime, suggesting a combination of factors affecting different crime categories.