Is Old Hastings Safe?
Crime statistics for Old Hastings. Based on official UK Police data, updated December 2025.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 548 total crimes recorded in Old Hastings
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Old Hastings — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Old Hastings safe?
Old Hastings has a CrimeRadar safety score of 34/100, rated Below Average. A total of 548 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 12.8% compared to the previous year. Crime levels in Old Hastings are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Old Hastings in the last 12 months?
548 crimes were recorded in Old Hastings in the last 12 months, spanning all reported crime categories from violent crime to vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. This represents an increase of 12.8% compared to the previous 12-month period (486 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 196 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Old Hastings?
The most common crime in Old Hastings is Violent Crime, with 196 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 35.8% 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 Old Hastings increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Old Hastings is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 12.8% — from 486 crimes in the previous 12 months to 548 in the most recent period. This upward trend is something residents and prospective buyers should factor into their decisions.
What is the safety score for Old Hastings?
Old Hastings has a safety score of 34 out of 100 (Below 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 Old Hastings compare to the Sussex Police average?
Old Hastings has a safety score of 34/100, while the Sussex Police force area average is 45/100. Old Hastings is below the force average for safety. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.
What is the crime resolution rate in Old Hastings?
33.3% of crimes recorded in Old Hastings 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 Old Hastings?
196 violent crimes were recorded in Old Hastings in the last 12 months — representing 35.8% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 110 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 Old Hastings last updated?
The crime data for Old Hastings 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 Old Hastings with other areas?
You can compare Old Hastings 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.