Is Motcombe Safe?
Crime statistics for Motcombe. 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 — 496 total crimes recorded in Motcombe
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Motcombe — last 24 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Motcombe safe?
Motcombe has a CrimeRadar safety score of 58/100, rated Average. 269 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months. Motcombe has an average crime level for the UK.
How many crimes were recorded in Motcombe in the last 12 months?
269 crimes were recorded in Motcombe in the last 12 months. This is an increase of 18.5% compared to the previous 12-month period (227 crimes).
What is the most common crime in Motcombe?
The most common crime in Motcombe is Violent Crime, with 185 incidents recorded in the last 12 months. This accounts for 68.8% of all reported crimes in the area.
Is crime in Motcombe increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Motcombe is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 18.5% 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 Motcombe?
Motcombe has a safety score of 58 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 Motcombe compare to the Sussex Police average?
Motcombe has a safety score of 58/100, while the Sussex Police force area average is 45/100. Motcombe 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 Motcombe?
50.6% of crimes in Motcombe 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 Motcombe?
185 violent crimes were recorded in Motcombe in the last 12 months, representing 68.8% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for 87 incidents.
When was the crime data for Motcombe last updated?
The crime data for Motcombe 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 Motcombe with other areas?
You can compare Motcombe 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.