Crime Rate in Chichester South: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Chichester South

The total recorded crimes in Chichester South, Chichester, UK in May 2025 are around 38 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Chichester South crime rate of 2.52 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 May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (16) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (7) incidents (-12.50% decrease)
  • Public order: (5) incidents (400.00% increase)
Chichester South Crime Hotspots

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

  • Laburnum Grove with total crimes: 5
  • Shone Court with total crimes: 2
  • Dallaway Road with total crimes: 2

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 May 2025 the Chichester South has recorded 38 crimes with crime rate of 2.52 ranking 9th 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.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Chichester South)CrimesRank (Chichester South)CrimesRank (Chichester South)
Chichester Central129 21,630 11,370 1
Chichester East140 11,509 2944 2
Chichester North70 3834 3502 3
North Mundham & Tangmere61 4583 4426 4
Selsey South50 7437 10425 5
Harbour Villages42 8548 5352 10
The Witterings57 5500 7362 9
Chichester West53 6532 6405 7
Southbourne36 10474 8379 8
Sidlesham with Selsey North35 11388 12289 11
Goodwood28 15411 11240 15
Loxwood30 14230 16258 12
Westbourne31 12267 15169 17
Fernhurst15 18323 14255 13
Midhurst24 17354 13248 14
Fittleworth31 13145 20113 18
Petworth25 16164 18177 16
Lavant13 20167 1790 21
Harting12 21134 21105 19
Easebourne13 19154 1998 20

Chichester South Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

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).

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).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 174 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 14.50 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202516
April 202516
March 202519
February 202510
December 20249
November 202411
October 20249
September 202418
August 202410
July 202416
June 202418
May 202422

A total of 35 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.89 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20255
April 20251
March 20253
December 20241
October 20242
August 20243
July 20243
June 202410
May 20247

A total of 27 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.70 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 10 reported cases.

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

A total of 109 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.91 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20257
April 20258
March 20254
February 20256
December 20243
October 20248
September 20245
August 202419
July 202413
June 202426
May 202410

A total of 14 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.33 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
December 20244
November 20242
September 20241
June 20242
May 20243

A total of 44 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.67 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20252
March 20255
February 20253
December 20242
November 20244
October 20245
September 20242
August 20248
July 20244
June 20244
May 20243

A total of 28 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.33 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

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

A total of 11 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.20 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
March 20251
August 20242
June 20246
May 20241

A total of 11 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.57 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

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

A total of 2 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
July 20241

A total of 6 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.20 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
May 20241

A total of 8 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 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 1 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
August 20241

High Crime Locations Chichester South in May 2025

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

1. Laburnum Grove (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour2
Drugs1
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Shone Court (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
3. Dallaway Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
4. Whyke Marsh (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Kingsham Avenue (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
6. Caernarvon Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Chatsworth Road (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Osborne Crescent (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. William Road (Map)
Total2
Other crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Royal Close (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2

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