Is East Wittering Safe?
Crime statistics for East Wittering. Based on official UK Police data, updated December 2025.
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Crime by Category
Last 24 months — 658 total crimes recorded in East Wittering
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for East Wittering — last 24 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is East Wittering safe?
East Wittering has a CrimeRadar safety score of 53/100, rated Average. 378 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months. East Wittering has an average crime level for the UK.
How many crimes were recorded in East Wittering in the last 12 months?
378 crimes were recorded in East Wittering in the last 12 months. This is an increase of 35% compared to the previous 12-month period (280 crimes).
What is the most common crime in East Wittering?
The most common crime in East Wittering is Violent Crime, with 215 incidents recorded in the last 12 months. This accounts for 56.9% of all reported crimes in the area.
Is crime in East Wittering increasing or decreasing?
Crime in East Wittering is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 35% compared to the same period the previous year. This is something residents and prospective buyers should be aware of.
What is the safety score for East Wittering?
East Wittering has a safety score of 53 out of 100 (Average). 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 Wittering compare to the Sussex Police average?
East Wittering has a safety score of 53/100, while the Sussex Police force area average is 45/100. East Wittering 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 Wittering?
51.4% of crimes in East Wittering resulted in a formal resolution in the last 12 months. This means charges, cautions, penalty notices, or other official outcomes. The UK national average is typically 5–15% for most areas.
How much violent crime is there in East Wittering?
215 violent crimes were recorded in East Wittering in the last 12 months, representing 56.9% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for 131 incidents.
When was the crime data for East Wittering last updated?
The crime data for East Wittering was last updated in December 2025. CrimeRadar sources all data from the official UK Police Data API, operated by the Home Office. New data is published approximately every month with a 2-month lag.
How can I compare East Wittering with other areas?
You can compare East Wittering with any other UK neighbourhood using CrimeRadar's Compare tool. It shows side-by-side safety scores, crime volumes, category breakdowns, and resolution rates. Visit crimeradar.co.uk/compare to start a comparison.