Crime Rate in Chichester East: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Chichester East

The total recorded crimes in Chichester East, Chichester, UK in March 2025 are around 136 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Chichester East crime rate of 7.24 per 1,000 population.

It's important to note that this crime data is based on the Geographic Boundry data provided by the ONS around Chichester East, encompassing approximately 18,790 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (35) incidents (6.06% increase)
  • Shoplifting: (30) incidents (30.43% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (20) incidents (11.11% increase)
Chichester East Crime Hotspots

The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,

  • Church Road with total crimes: 23
  • Westhampnett Road with total crimes: 9
  • Shamrock Close with total crimes: 9

How safe is Chichester East?

To understand the safety of Chichester East, we need to analyze Chichester East crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to Chichester:

    • In 2024, Chichester East reported a higher crime volume than the Chichester average, with 1,509 crimes compared to 488. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Chichester East witnessed more crimes than 19 out of 20 other cities.

    • In 2023, Chichester East experienced a greater number of crimes than the Chichester average, with 944 crimes compared to 363. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Chichester East witnessed more crimes than 19 out of 20 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Chichester, Chichester East has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

    • The trend in crime rates suggests Negative changes in overall safety.

Chichester East Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Chichester East has recorded 136 crimes with crime rate of 7.24 ranking 2th out of 20 in the Chichester, UK

In 2024, the total Chichester East crimes were 1,509. The crime rate of Chichester East in 2024 was 80.30 (year) or 6.69 (month) ranking it 2 dangerous area in the Chichester.

In 2023, the total crimes in Chichester East were around 944 crimes with yearly crime rate of 50.24 (year) or 4.19 (month) ranking 2 most dangerous area in the Chichester.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Chichester)CrimesRank (Chichester)CrimesRank (Chichester)
Chichester Central167 11,630 11,370 1
Chichester North69 3834 3502 3
North Mundham & Tangmere44 6583 4426 4
The Witterings58 4500 7362 9
Selsey South25 15437 10425 5
Harbour Villages26 14548 5352 10
Chichester West48 5532 6405 7
Chichester South40 8467 9420 6
Sidlesham with Selsey North41 7388 12289 11
Southbourne30 11474 8379 8
Loxwood39 9230 16258 12
Fernhurst31 10323 14255 13
Goodwood29 12411 11240 15
Midhurst22 16354 13248 14
Westbourne28 13267 15169 17
Petworth17 18164 18177 16
Lavant21 17167 1790 21
Fittleworth12 20145 20113 18
Harting6 21134 21105 19
Easebourne12 19154 1998 20

Chichester East Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (35 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (30 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 33 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 23 incidents.

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 34 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 24 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (47 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (28 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (37 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (20 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Shoplifting were the most frequent (32 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (31 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (40 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (21 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 44 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 28 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (80 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (62 cases).

In May 2024, Shoplifting dominated crime reports (21 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (19 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Shoplifting were the most frequent (57 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (21 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 226 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 20.55 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 48 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202520
February 202518
December 202414
November 202420
October 202416
September 202417
August 202421
July 202421
June 202448
May 202419
April 202412

A total of 11 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.83 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
November 20242
September 20241
August 20241
June 20244
May 20242

A total of 72 Other theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 6.55 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202510
February 20253
December 20242
November 20245
October 20244
September 20245
August 20249
July 20248
June 202414
May 20248
April 20244

A total of 102 Public order incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 9.27 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202513
February 202510
December 20247
November 20245
October 20248
September 20246
August 202414
July 20247
June 202416
May 20246
April 202410

A total of 344 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 31.27 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 62 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202530
February 202523
December 202424
November 202428
October 202420
September 202432
August 202419
July 202428
June 202462
May 202421
April 202457

A total of 4 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
December 20241
July 20242

A total of 420 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 38.18 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 80 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202535
February 202533
December 202434
November 202447
October 202437
September 202431
August 202440
July 202444
June 202480
May 202418
April 202421

A total of 21 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.91 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20252
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20243
July 20242
June 20242
May 20242
April 20242

A total of 36 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.60 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20252
December 20245
November 20243
October 20245
September 20243
August 20244
July 20241
June 20248
May 20241

A total of 89 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 8.09 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20255
December 20247
November 20246
October 202411
September 202413
August 202411
July 20245
June 202414
May 20247
April 20245

A total of 18 Drugs incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.25 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
December 20241
November 20243
October 20241
September 20242
July 20242
June 20242
April 20242

A total of 22 Other crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.20 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20251
December 20242
November 20241
October 20245
August 20241
July 20241
June 20242
May 20243
April 20242

A total of 24 Burglary incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.18 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20253
December 20241
November 20245
October 20242
September 20243
August 20242
July 20241
June 20242
May 20242
April 20241

A total of 5 Robbery incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
December 20241
August 20241
April 20241

High Crime Locations Chichester East in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Chichester East postcode area is presented below.

1. Church Road (Map)
Total23
Shoplifting21
Burglary1
Public order1
2. Westhampnett Road (Map)
Total9
Shoplifting2
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Bicycle theft1
Other theft1
Public order1
Theft from the person1
3. Shamrock Close (Map)
Total9
Public order3
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
Possession of weapons1
Vehicle crime1
4. Bradshaw Road (Map)
Total5
Criminal damage and arson1
Drugs1
Other theft1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Lennox Road (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
6. Douglas Martin Road (Map)
Total5
Other theft2
Violence and sexual offences2
Other crime1
7. St James' Road (Map)
Total5
Shoplifting2
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
8. Riverside (Map)
Total5
Drugs3
Public order2
9. The Pitcroft (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour3
Violence and sexual offences2
10. Elizabeth Road (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour4

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