Crime Rate in Chichester Central: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Chichester Central

The total recorded crimes in Chichester Central, Chichester, UK in July 2025 are around 139 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Chichester Central crime rate of 23.89 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 Central, encompassing approximately 5,817 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (54) incidents (35.00% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (20) incidents (-51.22% decrease)
  • Public order: (16) incidents (33.33% increase)
Chichester Central Crime Hotspots

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

  • Supermarket with total crimes: 18
  • East Street with total crimes: 12
  • Cathedral Courtyard with total crimes: 8

How safe is Chichester Central?

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

  • Relative to Chichester:

    • In 2024, Chichester Central reported a higher crime volume than the Chichester average, with 1,630 crimes compared to 488. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Chichester Central witnessed more crimes than 20 out of 20 other areas in the Chichester.

    • In 2023, Chichester Central experienced a greater number of crimes than the Chichester average, with 1,370 crimes compared to 363. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Chichester Central witnessed more crimes than 20 out of 20 other areas in the Chichester.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Chichester Central Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Chichester Central has recorded 139 crimes with crime rate of 23.89 ranking 1th out of 20 in the Chichester, UK

In 2024, the total Chichester Central crimes were 1,630. The crime rate of Chichester Central in 2024 was 280.18 (year) or 23.35 (month) ranking it 1 dangerous area in the Chichester.

In 2023, the total crimes in Chichester Central were around 1,370 crimes with yearly crime rate of 235.49 (year) or 19.62 (month) ranking 1 most dangerous area in the Chichester.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Chichester Central)CrimesRank (Chichester Central)CrimesRank (Chichester Central)
Chichester East128 21,509 2944 2
Chichester North91 3834 3502 3
North Mundham & Tangmere61 5583 4426 4
The Witterings65 4500 7362 9
Selsey South51 8437 10425 5
Harbour Villages45 10548 5352 10
Chichester South45 11467 9420 6
Chichester West50 9532 6405 7
Goodwood57 6411 11240 15
Sidlesham with Selsey North55 7388 12289 11
Southbourne30 13474 8379 8
Loxwood24 16230 16258 12
Midhurst37 12354 13248 14
Fernhurst25 15323 14255 13
Petworth27 14164 18177 16
Westbourne20 17267 15169 17
Lavant15 20167 1790 21
Fittleworth17 18145 20113 18
Harting11 21134 21105 19
Easebourne16 19154 1998 20

Chichester Central Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 54 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 20 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (41 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (40 cases).

In May 2025, Shoplifting dominated crime reports (32 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (26 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (36 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (32 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (46 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (38 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 33 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 14 incidents.

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 19 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 19 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (33 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (19 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (38 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (27 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (37 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (31 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (27 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (21 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 22 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.44 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20252
May 20253
March 20251
February 20254
December 20242
November 20242
October 20243
August 20242

A total of 328 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 29.82 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 54 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202554
June 202540
May 202522
April 202532
March 202546
February 202533
December 202419
November 202419
October 202419
September 202423
August 202421

A total of 329 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 29.91 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 41 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202520
June 202541
May 202526
April 202536
March 202538
February 202514
December 202419
November 202433
October 202438
September 202437
August 202427

A total of 28 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.80 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20255
May 20255
March 20252
February 20253
December 20242
November 20245
October 20242
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 50 Burglary incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 4.55 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 20254
May 20256
April 20252
March 20255
February 20251
December 20243
November 20245
October 20244
September 20249
August 20245

A total of 86 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 7.82 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202512
June 20257
May 202510
April 20258
March 202511
February 20258
December 20245
November 20249
October 20245
September 20245
August 20246

A total of 125 Public order incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 11.36 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202516
June 202512
May 20258
April 20256
March 202518
February 20257
December 202412
November 20248
October 202411
September 202414
August 202413

A total of 78 Other theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 7.09 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20254
May 20256
April 20254
March 20259
February 20255
December 20245
November 202412
October 20249
September 20248
August 202411

A total of 60 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 5.45 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 20256
May 20254
April 20258
March 20257
February 20253
December 20244
November 20244
October 20248
September 20245
August 20245

A total of 48 Drugs incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 4.36 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20255
May 20254
April 20255
March 202510
February 20254
December 20244
November 20242
October 20249
September 20242
August 20242

A total of 16 Robbery incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20255
April 20251
February 20251
November 20241
October 20243
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 210 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 19.09 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 32 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202510
June 202519
May 202532
April 202517
March 202516
February 202514
December 202410
November 202414
October 202427
September 202431
August 202420

A total of 8 Other crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
April 20251
March 20251
February 20251
December 20241
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 25 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20253
April 20251
March 20253
February 20256
December 20242
November 20243
October 20241
September 20244
August 20241

High Crime Locations Chichester Central in July 2025

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

1. Supermarket (Map)
Total18
Shoplifting6
Anti-social behaviour5
Criminal damage and arson1
Other crime1
Other theft1
Public order1
Robbery1
Theft from the person1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. East Street (Map)
Total12
Anti-social behaviour5
Criminal damage and arson2
Bicycle theft1
Burglary1
Public order1
Robbery1
Shoplifting1
3. Cathedral Courtyard (Map)
Total8
Anti-social behaviour3
Public order2
Shoplifting2
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Parking Area (Map)
Total7
Anti-social behaviour3
Bicycle theft1
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. East Pallant (Map)
Total6
Anti-social behaviour4
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. John Rennie Road (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour2
Burglary1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Bus/Coach Station (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. North Pallant (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour3
Burglary1
Criminal damage and arson1
9. Cooper Street (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
Public order1
10. North Walls (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour3
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1

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