Is Rustington Safe?
Crime statistics for Rustington. Based on official UK Police data, updated December 2025.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 795 total crimes recorded in Rustington
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Rustington — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Rustington safe?
Rustington has a CrimeRadar safety score of 25/100, rated Below Average. A total of 795 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 1.7% compared to the previous year. Crime levels in Rustington are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Rustington in the last 12 months?
795 crimes were recorded in Rustington 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 1.7% compared to the previous 12-month period (782 crimes). The most common category was Anti-Social Behaviour, with 197 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Rustington?
The most common crime in Rustington is Anti-Social Behaviour, with 197 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 24.8% 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 Rustington increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Rustington is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 1.7% — from 782 crimes in the previous 12 months to 795 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 Rustington?
Rustington has a safety score of 25 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 Rustington compare to the Sussex Police average?
Rustington has a safety score of 25/100, while the Sussex Police force area average is 45/100. Rustington 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 Rustington?
37.8% of crimes recorded in Rustington 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 Rustington?
194 violent crimes were recorded in Rustington in the last 12 months — representing 24.4% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 197 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 Rustington last updated?
The crime data for Rustington 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 Rustington with other areas?
You can compare Rustington 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.