Peacehaven Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Peacehaven's January 2026 crime rate of 5.8 per 1,000 residents marks a 14.7% deficit compared to the UK average of 6.8 per 1,000, positioning the area as relatively safer than the national benchmark. The most prevalent crimes were violence and sexual offences (39.3% of total incidents), followed by anti-social behaviour (21.4%) and criminal damage and arson (9.0%). This profile contrasts with the UK average for violence, where Peacehaven's rate of 2.3 per 1,000 was 8% below the national figure of 2.5 per 1,000. Seasonal factors likely influenced the crime profile, with the post-holiday period and shorter daylight hours reducing retail footfall and potentially curbing shoplifting and public order offences. However, the rise in anti-social behaviour and the sharp increase in 'other crime' suggest evolving challenges. As a coastal resort town with a mix of residential and tourist activity, Peacehaven's crime picture reflects the interplay between seasonal tourism patterns and local community dynamics. The lower-than-average violent crime rate may be attributable to the area's smaller population and the absence of major nightlife hubs typical of larger urban centres. Meanwhile, the spike in 'other crime' could signal unaddressed vulnerabilities in reporting mechanisms or emerging types of criminal activity that require further investigation.

January 2026 saw a dramatic 500% rise in 'other crime' incidents, increasing from one to six cases. This category, which includes non-specific offences not easily classified, may reflect underreporting or evolving criminal activity patterns. Concurrently, burglary incidents doubled from two to four, suggesting targeted property crime in the area. Violent crimes surged by 84.2%, jumping from 19 to 35 cases, a stark contrast to the UK average for this category, which was 8% below Peacehaven's rate. Anti-social behaviour remained a persistent issue, contributing 21.4% of all crimes, though it was 29% above the UK average for this category. The sharp decrease in public order offences, down 66.7% from 12 to 4 cases, indicates a potential shift in community dynamics or enforcement focus. These fluctuations highlight the need for targeted interventions in high-risk areas.

Peacehaven's crime rate in January 2026 rose 14.1% from the previous month's 5.1 per 1,000 to 5.8 per 1,000, reflecting a slight upward trend. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately three crimes reported each day, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents for local residents. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for roughly every 174 residents, illustrating the monthly exposure rate. This figure provides a tangible sense of the likelihood of encountering crime, though it remains significantly lower than the UK average of 6.8 per 1,000. The population of 15,459 means that the distribution of incidents is spread across a relatively small community, which may influence perceptions of safety. The increase in violent crimes and the sharp rise in 'other crime' categories suggest areas warranting closer attention, though the overall rate remains below the national benchmark.