Crime Rate in Chichester South: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Chichester South

The total recorded crimes in Chichester South, Chichester, UK in July 2025 are around 45 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Chichester South crime rate of 2.99 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 Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (16) incidents (45.45% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (13) incidents (-31.58% decrease)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (6) incidents (20.00% increase)
Chichester South Crime Hotspots

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

  • Kingsham Road with total crimes: 5
  • Osborne Crescent with total crimes: 5
  • Shone Court with total crimes: 4

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 areas in the Chichester.

    • 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 areas in the Chichester.

  • 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 July 2025 the Chichester South has recorded 45 crimes with crime rate of 2.99 ranking 11th 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.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Chichester South)CrimesRank (Chichester South)CrimesRank (Chichester South)
Chichester Central139 11,630 11,370 1
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 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 South Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 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 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (19 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (11 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (16 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (7 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (16 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (8 incidents) also being high.

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).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 22 Other theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.20 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20252
April 20252
March 20254
February 20254
December 20244
November 20241
October 20241
September 20242
August 20241

A total of 44 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 4.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 20255
May 20252
April 20252
March 20255
February 20253
December 20242
November 20244
October 20245
September 20242
August 20248

A total of 21 Public order incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.62 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20255
May 20255
April 20251
March 20253
December 20241
October 20242
August 20243

A total of 2 Robbery incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
August 20241

A total of 145 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 13.18 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 19 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202516
June 202511
May 202516
April 202516
March 202519
February 202510
December 20249
November 202411
October 20249
September 202418
August 202410

A total of 10 Other crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20252
December 20244
November 20242
September 20241

A total of 2 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
April 20251

A total of 92 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 9.20 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 19 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202513
June 202519
May 20257
April 20258
March 20254
February 20256
December 20243
October 20248
September 20245
August 202419

A total of 21 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.10 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20252
May 20252
April 20251
March 20252
February 20251
December 20244
November 20242
October 20243
August 20241

A total of 5 Burglary incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20251
March 20251
August 20242

A total of 11 Drugs incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.38 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20251
April 20252
February 20251
December 20242
October 20241
August 20242

A total of 6 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
March 20252
September 20242
August 20241

A total of 5 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
October 20241
September 20241
August 20242

High Crime Locations Chichester South in July 2025

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

1. Kingsham Road (Map)
Total5
Criminal damage and arson2
Public order1
Robbery1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Osborne Crescent (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
Criminal damage and arson1
3. Shone Court (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Whyke Close (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Vehicle crime1
5. Garland Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
6. The Peacheries (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Langdale Avenue (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
8. Willowbed Drive (Map)
Total2
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Royal Close (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
10. Liberator Place (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2

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