Peacehaven Crime Rate May 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominate Peacehaven's crime profile in May 2025, accounting for 35% of all reported crimes. With a total crime rate of 9.3 per 1,000 residents—14.8% above the UK average—the area's profile reveals a mix of challenges and contrasts. Violence and sexual offences, at 3.2 per 1,000, are 13% above the UK average, a figure that may be influenced by the area's built-up character and the social dynamics of a coastal town. Shoplifting, the second most common crime, surged to 1.7 per 1,000, a rate 154% above the UK average, likely driven by the town's retail activity and the extended evenings typical of May. Anti-social behaviour, though lower than the overall rate, remains a notable issue at 1.4 per 1,000, a figure just 1% below the UK average. The seasonal context of May—bank holidays, longer evenings, and increased outdoor socialising—likely contributes to these patterns. Public order and criminal damage crimes also show elevated rates, each 33-38% above UK averages, suggesting a broader trend of community-based incidents. The area's crime profile thus reflects a combination of local factors and national trends, with violence, retail crime, and public order issues emerging as key priorities for local authorities.

May 2025 saw a dramatic 116.7% increase in shoplifting, with 26 incidents reported compared to 12 in April. This surge, which places shoplifting 154% above the UK average, may be linked to the area's retail presence and the extended evenings typical of May. Burglary also doubled from zero to four incidents, a sharp rise that could reflect seasonal patterns or unexplained factors. Conversely, anti-social behaviour fell by 21.4%, dropping from 28 to 22 incidents, a decline that contrasts with the overall upward trend in crime. Vehicle crime decreased by 20%, aligning with the UK average for this category. The dominance of violence and sexual offences—accounting for 35% of all crimes—suggests a significant local challenge. This category's rate (3.2 per 1,000) is 13% above the UK average, highlighting a critical area for local policing focus. For residents, the 28.8% monthly increase in overall crime rates underscores the need for continued vigilance and community engagement.

Peacehaven's crime rate in May 2025 rose to 9.3 per 1,000 residents, a 28.8% increase from April's 7.2 per 1,000. This places the area 14.8% above the UK average, a gap that has widened over recent months. Daily crime statistics show an average of five reported crimes per day, a figure that, while modest, reflects a persistent local challenge. Over the course of May, one crime was reported for every 108 residents, illustrating the monthly exposure rate for Peacehaven's population of 15,459. This ratio provides context for residents: if every resident were to experience the same distribution of crime, roughly 1 in 108 would face an incident by the end of the month. The population-scaled perspective highlights that while the absolute number of crimes is relatively low, the rate remains elevated compared to national benchmarks. The shift from April to May suggests seasonal factors—longer evenings and increased social activity—may be influencing patterns.