Crime in Pevensey: statistics, rates and trends
535 crimes were recorded in Pevensey in the 12 months to July 2026, 112.3 per 1,000 residents. That is higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 4% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Pevensey at a glance
- Crime trends in Pevensey
- Types of crime in Pevensey
- Pevensey compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Pevensey
- What happened after crimes were reported in Pevensey
- Population and deprivation in Pevensey
- Questions about crime in Pevensey
- About this data
535 crimes were recorded in Pevensey in the 12 months to July 2026, 112.3 per 1,000 residents. That is higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 4% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 207 reports (39% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Pevensey has the 962nd highest crime rate.
| Measure | Pevensey | Arun | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 535 | 15,051 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 112.3 | 88.5 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +4% | +3% | -1% |
| Population | 4,762 | 170,064 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Pevensey was highest in the year to July 2026 (535 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2023 (401). Over the whole period it rose 29%, against a fall of 4% across England and Wales. Rates use today's population for every year, so they show the direction of change rather than exact historic rates.
| Period | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year to July 2026 | 535 | 112.3 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 515 | 108.1 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 436 | 91.6 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 401 | 84.2 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 456 | 95.8 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 453 | 95.1 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 432 | 90.7 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 434 | 91.1 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 415 | 87.1 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 60 |
| June 2026 | 43 |
| May 2026 | 48 |
| April 2026 | 62 |
| March 2026 | 31 |
| February 2026 | 26 |
| January 2026 | 49 |
| December 2025 | 50 |
| November 2025 | 43 |
| October 2025 | 28 |
| September 2025 | 55 |
| August 2025 | 40 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Pevensey over the 12 months to July 2026. The index compares the local rate with England and Wales: 1.00 is the national rate, 2.00 is double it. Rates were well above the national level for violence and sexual offences, anti-social behaviour, criminal damage and arson.
The largest increases were in anti-social behaviour (+28%) and violence and sexual offences (+12%). The largest falls were in shoplifting (-47%) and public order (-23%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 207 | 43.5 | 1.27 | +12% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 97 | 20.4 | 1.33 | +28% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 43 | 9.0 | 1.33 | +8% |
| Shoplifting | 31 | 6.5 | 0.79 | -47% |
| Other theft | 30 | 6.3 | 0.99 | -14% |
| Vehicle crime | 26 | 5.5 | 1.11 | +8% |
| Drugs | 25 | 5.2 | 1.61 | +108% |
| Public order | 24 | 5.0 | 0.76 | -23% |
| Burglary | 22 | 4.6 | 1.31 | +10% |
| Other crime | 14 | 2.9 | 1.39 | +0% |
| Possession of weapons | 9 | 1.9 | 1.95 | +29% |
| Robbery | 4 | 0.8 | 0.62 | +300% |
| Bicycle theft | 3 | 0.6 | 0.77 | -62% |
Violence and sexual offences in Pevensey
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Pevensey recorded 207 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (43.5 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 12% on the year before. It made up 38.7% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Pevensey
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Pevensey recorded 97 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (20.4 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 28% on the year before. It made up 18.1% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Pevensey
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Pevensey recorded 43 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (9.0 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and up 8% on the year before. It made up 8.0% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Pevensey
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Pevensey recorded 31 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 47% on the year before. It made up 5.8% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Pevensey
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Pevensey recorded 30 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.3 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 14% on the year before. It made up 5.6% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Pevensey
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Pevensey recorded 26 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.5 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and up 8% on the year before. It made up 4.9% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Pevensey
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Pevensey recorded 25 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.2 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 108% on the year before. It made up 4.7% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Pevensey
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Pevensey recorded 24 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 23% on the year before. It made up 4.5% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Pevensey
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Pevensey recorded 22 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.6 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 10% on the year before. It made up 4.1% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Pevensey
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Pevensey recorded 14 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.9 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 2.6% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Pevensey
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Pevensey recorded 9 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.9 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 29% on the year before. It made up 1.7% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Pevensey
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Pevensey recorded 4 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 300% on the year before. It made up 0.7% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Pevensey
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Pevensey recorded 3 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and down 62% on the year before. It made up 0.6% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Pevensey, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Pevensey.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Pevensey |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orchard | 889 | 131.7 | +17% |
| Marine | 1,456 | 181.5 | +62% |
| Aldwick East | 229 | 46.0 | -59% |
| Bersted | 1,127 | 99.8 | -11% |
| Hotham | 1,418 | 220.8 | +97% |
| Aldwick West | 276 | 42.5 | -62% |
| Felpham West | 519 | 74.0 | -34% |
| Pagham | 384 | 57.7 | -49% |
Police.uk records each crime at an approximate location, usually the centre of a nearby street or a landmark, to protect victims' privacy. These are the locations with the most reports in Pevensey over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Supermarket | 52 |
| On or near Hastings Close | 38 |
| On or near Highland Avenue | 35 |
| On or near Thorndene Avenue | 35 |
| On or near Kenilworth Road | 34 |
| On or near Mayfield Road | 32 |
| On or near Frith Road | 31 |
| On or near Wadhurst Close | 25 |
| On or near Gravits Lane | 24 |
| On or near Parklands Avenue | 21 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Pevensey over the 12 months to July 2026. Many cases are still open when the data is published, and anti-social behaviour has no outcome recorded, so these shares change as investigations finish.
| Outcome | Crimes | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 177 | 33.1% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 149 | 27.9% |
| Not recorded | 97 | 18.1% |
| Under investigation | 37 | 6.9% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 18 | 3.4% |
| Status update unavailable | 15 | 2.8% |
| Local resolution | 14 | 2.6% |
| Court result unavailable | 12 | 2.2% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 6 | 1.1% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 5 | 0.9% |
| Offender given a caution | 3 | 0.6% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 2 | 0.4% |
Pevensey has an estimated population of 4,762. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Pevensey sits in decile 3.3, more deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Pevensey |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 20.5% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 61.8% |
| Aged 65 and over | 17.7% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 53.6% |
| Social rented homes | 28.4% |
| Private rented homes | 17.7% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 3.3 |
Is Pevensey a safe place to live?
Pevensey recorded 112.3 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4. Crime is concentrated in a small number of places within most areas, often busy centres and transport hubs, so the rate for a single street can differ a lot from the area as a whole.
What is the most common crime in Pevensey?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 207 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (97).
Is crime in Pevensey going up or down?
Recorded crime in Pevensey was up 4% on the year before: 535 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 515 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Pevensey?
Pevensey is policed by Sussex. Non-emergency crimes can be reported online to the force or by calling 101; in an emergency call 999.
How are these crime rates calculated?
Each rate is the number of crimes recorded by the police in the 12 months to July 2026, divided by the resident population and multiplied by 1,000. Crime data is from data.police.uk and population estimates are from the Office for National Statistics.
Figures are police-recorded crime published on data.police.uk, covering August 2017 to July 2026. Each crime is counted in the small area (LSOA) where it was recorded and added up to Pevensey. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.