Crime Rate in Fernhurst: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Fernhurst

The total recorded crimes in Fernhurst, Chichester, UK in July 2025 are around 25 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Fernhurst crime rate of 39.89 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 Fernhurst, encompassing approximately 626 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (11) incidents (266.67% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (4) incidents (33.33% increase)
  • Vehicle crime: (3) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Fernhurst Crime Hotspots

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

  • Park/Open Space with total crimes: 7
  • Copse Road with total crimes: 1
  • Marley Hanger with total crimes: 1

How safe is Fernhurst?

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

  • Relative to Chichester:

    • In 2024, Fernhurst demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Chichester average, with 323 crimes compared to 488.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Fernhurst recorded fewer crimes than 13 out of 20 other areas in the Chichester.

    • In 2023, Fernhurst had fewer crimes than the Chichester average, with 255 crimes compared to 363. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Fernhurst recorded fewer crimes than 12 out of 20 other areas in the Chichester.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Fernhurst Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Fernhurst has recorded 25 crimes with crime rate of 39.89 ranking 15th out of 20 in the Chichester, UK

In 2024, the total Fernhurst crimes were 323. The crime rate of Fernhurst in 2024 was 515.40 (year) or 42.95 (month) ranking it 14 dangerous area in the Chichester.

In 2023, the total crimes in Fernhurst were around 255 crimes with yearly crime rate of 406.89 (year) or 33.91 (month) ranking 13 most dangerous area in the Chichester.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Fernhurst)CrimesRank (Fernhurst)CrimesRank (Fernhurst)
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 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
Petworth27 14164 18177 16
Westbourne20 17267 15169 17
Lavant15 20167 1790 21
Fittleworth17 18145 20113 18
Harting11 21134 21105 19
Easebourne16 19154 1998 20

Fernhurst 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 11 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (3 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (5 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (5 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (5 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (9 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (7 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 8 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 Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Burglary (5 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (8 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (10 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (3 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (7 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (5 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 80 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 7.27 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202511
June 20253
May 20255
April 20255
March 20259
February 20258
December 20249
November 20245
October 20248
September 202410
August 20247

A total of 11 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.57 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
February 20252
December 20242
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 39 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.55 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20253
May 20253
April 20252
March 20257
February 20256
December 20243
November 20242
October 20242
September 20242
August 20245

A total of 27 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20253
April 20253
March 20253
December 20249
November 20241
October 20243
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 23 Burglary incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.09 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
May 20253
April 20254
March 20251
February 20252
December 20241
November 20245
October 20241
September 20241
August 20242

A total of 22 Public order incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.44 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20253
May 20251
April 20255
March 20254
February 20251
December 20242
September 20243
August 20241

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

MonthCount
June 20251

A total of 20 Other theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20252
April 20253
March 20256
February 20253
December 20243
November 20241
August 20241

A total of 4 Other crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
March 20251
November 20241
October 20241

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

MonthCount
May 20251

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

MonthCount
April 20251
September 20241

A total of 2 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20241
August 20241

High Crime Locations Fernhurst in July 2025

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

1. Park/Open Space (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences6
Public order1
2. Copse Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Marley Hanger (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1
4. Hurstfold Farm Road (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
5. Benifold Place (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1
6. The Ridgeway (Map)
Total1
Burglary1
7. Nightingale Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Oaks Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Upper School Drive (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
10. Wey Gardens (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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