Is Telscombe Cliffs and East Saltdean Safe?
Crime statistics for Telscombe Cliffs and East Saltdean. Based on official UK Police data, updated December 2025.
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Crime by Category
Last 24 months — 555 total crimes recorded in Telscombe Cliffs and East Saltdean
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Telscombe Cliffs and East Saltdean safe?
Telscombe Cliffs and East Saltdean has a CrimeRadar safety score of 52/100, rated Average. A total of 305 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 22% compared to the previous year. Crime levels in Telscombe Cliffs and East Saltdean are broadly in line with the UK average.
How many crimes were recorded in Telscombe Cliffs and East Saltdean in the last 12 months?
305 crimes were recorded in Telscombe Cliffs and East Saltdean 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 22% compared to the previous 12-month period (250 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 236 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Telscombe Cliffs and East Saltdean?
The most common crime in Telscombe Cliffs and East Saltdean is Violent Crime, with 236 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 77.4% 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 Telscombe Cliffs and East Saltdean increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Telscombe Cliffs and East Saltdean is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 22% — from 250 crimes in the previous 12 months to 305 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 Telscombe Cliffs and East Saltdean?
Telscombe Cliffs and East Saltdean has a safety score of 52 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 Telscombe Cliffs and East Saltdean compare to the Sussex Police average?
Telscombe Cliffs and East Saltdean has a safety score of 52/100, while the Sussex Police force area average is 45/100. Telscombe Cliffs and East Saltdean 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 Telscombe Cliffs and East Saltdean?
47.2% of crimes recorded in Telscombe Cliffs and East Saltdean 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 Telscombe Cliffs and East Saltdean?
236 violent crimes were recorded in Telscombe Cliffs and East Saltdean in the last 12 months — representing 77.4% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 104 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 Telscombe Cliffs and East Saltdean last updated?
The crime data for Telscombe Cliffs and East Saltdean 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 Telscombe Cliffs and East Saltdean with other areas?
You can compare Telscombe Cliffs and East Saltdean 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.