Crime Rate in Chichester South: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Chichester South

The total recorded crimes in Chichester South, Chichester, UK in March 2025 are around 40 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Chichester South crime rate of 2.66 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 South, encompassing approximately 15,049 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (19) incidents (90.00% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (5) incidents (66.67% increase)
  • Other theft: (4) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Chichester South Crime Hotspots

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

  • Shone Court with total crimes: 5
  • Phoenix Close with total crimes: 4
  • Liberator Place with total crimes: 3

How safe is Chichester South?

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

  • Relative to Chichester:

    • In 2024, Chichester South demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Chichester average, with 467 crimes compared to 488.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Chichester South witnessed more crimes than 12 out of 20 other cities.

    • In 2023, Chichester South experienced a greater number of crimes than the Chichester average, with 420 crimes compared to 363. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Chichester South witnessed more crimes than 15 out of 20 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Chichester, Chichester South has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Chichester South Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Chichester South has recorded 40 crimes with crime rate of 2.66 ranking 8th out of 20 in the Chichester, UK

In 2024, the total Chichester South crimes were 467. The crime rate of Chichester South in 2024 was 31.03 (year) or 2.59 (month) ranking it 9 dangerous area in the Chichester.

In 2023, the total crimes in Chichester South were around 420 crimes with yearly crime rate of 27.91 (year) or 2.33 (month) ranking 6 most dangerous area in the Chichester.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Chichester)CrimesRank (Chichester)CrimesRank (Chichester)
Chichester Central167 11,630 11,370 1
Chichester East136 21,509 2944 2
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
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 South Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (19 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (5 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 10 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 9 incidents, and Other crime was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (11 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (9 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (8 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (18 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (5 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (19 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (10 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 16 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 13 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (26 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (18 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (22 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (10 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (9 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (7 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 27 Other theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.45 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20254
December 20244
November 20241
October 20241
September 20242
August 20241
July 20244
June 20242
May 20241
April 20243

A total of 151 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 13.73 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202519
February 202510
December 20249
November 202411
October 20249
September 202418
August 202410
July 202416
June 202418
May 202422
April 20249

A total of 34 Public order incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 4.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
December 20241
October 20242
August 20243
July 20243
June 202410
May 20247
April 20245

A total of 47 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 4.27 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20253
December 20242
November 20244
October 20245
September 20242
August 20248
July 20244
June 20244
May 20243
April 20247

A total of 98 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 9.80 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20256
December 20243
October 20248
September 20245
August 202419
July 202413
June 202426
May 202410
April 20244

A total of 8 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
September 20242
August 20241
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 10 Burglary incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
August 20242
June 20246
May 20241

A total of 26 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.89 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
December 20244
November 20242
October 20243
August 20241
July 20241
June 202410
April 20242

A total of 10 Drugs incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
December 20242
October 20241
August 20242
July 20242
April 20242

A total of 15 Other crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20244
November 20242
September 20241
June 20242
May 20243
April 20243

A total of 6 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20241
September 20241
August 20242
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 1 Robbery incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
August 20241

A total of 1 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20241

High Crime Locations Chichester South in March 2025

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

1. Shone Court (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Public order2
2. Phoenix Close (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Bicycle theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Liberator Place (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Other theft1
4. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
5. Osborne Crescent (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
6. William Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
7. Kensington Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
8. Laburnum Grove (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Cory Close (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
10. Ettrick Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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