Seaford Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For a town of 23,857 residents, 78 crimes in November 2024 translates to 3.3 crimes per 1,000 people—56.6% below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. This stark contrast highlights Seaford's relatively low crime profile compared to national trends. The most frequent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 29.5% of all incidents (23 cases), followed by anti-social behaviour (16.7%, 13 cases) and criminal damage and arson (11.5%, 9 cases). These figures align with patterns seen in smaller, built-up areas where community cohesion and local policing may contribute to lower violent crime rates. Seasonal factors in November—such as shorter evenings, Bonfire Night events, and the post-Black Friday shopping period—likely influence crime dynamics. For instance, the sharp drop in shoplifting (from 24 to 4 cases, an 83.3% decrease) may reflect reduced retail activity after major sales events, while increased anti-social behaviour could correlate with colder weather driving more indoor gatherings. The low burglary rate (2 cases, 2.6% of total crimes) contrasts with the UK average, due to Seaford's compact layout and limited high-value property targets. These patterns suggest a community where local initiatives, such as community policing or seasonal awareness campaigns, may play a role in maintaining safety, though further data would be needed to confirm this.

November 2024 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with shoplifting plummeting by 83.3% (from 24 to 4 cases), a likely reflection of post-Black Friday retail activity waning. Conversely, other theft and burglary both rose sharply—other theft increased by 166.7% (3 to 8 cases) and burglary by 100% (1 to 2 cases). These increases may signal seasonal vulnerabilities, such as targeted thefts during holiday gift-giving or increased property exposure in colder weather. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category (29.5% of total crimes), though this rate (1.0 per 1,000) was 61% below the UK average, suggesting Seaford's community policing or demographic factors may temper violent crime. Anti-social behaviour, at 16.7% of total crimes, also fell significantly below the UK average (55% below), reflecting strong community engagement or effective local enforcement. The dramatic 100% drop in vehicle crime (from 3 to 1 case) and possession of weapons (from 3 to 1 case) may align with seasonal trends, such as fewer outdoor events or reduced alcohol-fueled incidents during colder months. Residents might find the 71% reduction in shoplifting particularly noteworthy, as it could indicate successful retail security measures or reduced foot traffic post-Black Friday.

Compared to October 2024, Seaford's crime rate fell by 33.3% (from 4.9 to 3.3 per 1,000 residents), a significant decline that underscores the month's unique dynamics. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly 3 crimes per day in November—a rate that, while low, would be immediately noticeable to residents in a close-knit community. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 306 residents, a figure that contextualises the rarity of incidents in a town of 23,857 people. This monthly exposure rate is particularly striking when compared to the UK average, where the equivalent figure would be far lower given the higher overall crime rate. The population-scaled perspective reveals that Seaford's safety is an outlier; for instance, the 71% gap between its shoplifting rate and the UK average (0.7 vs 0.2 per 1,000) suggests a community where retail security or consumer behaviour differs markedly. This contrast is amplified by the 68% lower burglary rate compared to the UK, which may reflect Seaford's smaller footprint and limited high-value property targets. Such statistics reinforce the idea that Seaford's built-up area, while part of a larger district, operates with a distinct rhythm that limits crime opportunities, possibly due to its compact size, local governance, or demographic characteristics.