Is East Preston and Kingston Safe?
Crime statistics for East Preston and Kingston. Based on official UK Police data, updated December 2025.
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Crime Zone Map
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Crime by Category
Last 24 months — 542 total crimes recorded in East Preston and Kingston
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for East Preston and Kingston — last 24 months
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View detailed crime data for each month in East Preston and Kingston
Safest Areas Near East Preston and Kingston
Highest-rated neighbourhoods closest to East Preston and Kingston by safety score
Compare East Preston and Kingston With Nearby Areas
Side-by-side crime comparisons with the closest neighbourhoods
Frequently Asked Questions
Is East Preston and Kingston safe?
East Preston and Kingston has a CrimeRadar safety score of 70/100, rated Safe. A total of 247 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 16.3% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. East Preston and Kingston is considered a relatively safe area compared to the UK average, based on official UK Police data.
How many crimes were recorded in East Preston and Kingston in the last 12 months?
247 crimes were recorded in East Preston and Kingston 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 16.3% compared to the previous 12-month period (295 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 196 incidents.
What is the most common crime in East Preston and Kingston?
The most common crime in East Preston and Kingston is Violent Crime, with 196 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 79.4% 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 East Preston and Kingston increasing or decreasing?
Crime in East Preston and Kingston is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 16.3% — from 295 crimes in the previous 12 months to 247 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for East Preston and Kingston?
East Preston and Kingston has a safety score of 70 out of 100 (Safe). 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 East Preston and Kingston compare to the Sussex Police average?
East Preston and Kingston has a safety score of 70/100, while the Sussex Police force area average is 45/100. East Preston and Kingston is safer than the force average. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.
What is the crime resolution rate in East Preston and Kingston?
51.3% of crimes recorded in East Preston and Kingston 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 East Preston and Kingston?
196 violent crimes were recorded in East Preston and Kingston in the last 12 months — representing 79.4% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 103 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 East Preston and Kingston last updated?
The crime data for East Preston and Kingston 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 East Preston and Kingston with other areas?
You can compare East Preston and Kingston 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.