Crime Rate in Midhurst: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Midhurst

The total recorded crimes in Midhurst, Chichester, UK in March 2025 are around 22 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Midhurst crime rate of 3.94 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 Midhurst, encompassing approximately 5,589 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (12) incidents (71.43% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (4) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Other theft: (3) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Midhurst Crime Hotspots

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

  • Bepton Road with total crimes: 3
  • Rumbolds Hill with total crimes: 2
  • Little Ashfield with total crimes: 2

How safe is Midhurst?

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

  • Relative to Chichester:

    • In 2024, Midhurst demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Chichester average, with 354 crimes compared to 488.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Midhurst recorded fewer crimes than 12 out of 20 other cities.

    • In 2023, Midhurst had fewer crimes than the Chichester average, with 248 crimes compared to 363. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Midhurst recorded fewer crimes than 13 out of 20 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Midhurst Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Midhurst has recorded 22 crimes with crime rate of 3.94 ranking 16th out of 20 in the Chichester, UK

In 2024, the total Midhurst crimes were 354. The crime rate of Midhurst in 2024 was 63.34 (year) or 5.28 (month) ranking it 13 dangerous area in the Chichester.

In 2023, the total crimes in Midhurst were around 248 crimes with yearly crime rate of 44.37 (year) or 3.70 (month) ranking 14 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
Chichester South40 8467 9420 6
Sidlesham with Selsey North41 7388 12289 11
Southbourne30 11474 8379 8
Loxwood39 9230 16258 12
Fernhurst31 10323 14255 13
Goodwood29 12411 11240 15
Westbourne28 13267 15169 17
Petworth17 18164 18177 16
Lavant21 17167 1790 21
Fittleworth12 20145 20113 18
Harting6 21134 21105 19
Easebourne12 19154 1998 20

Midhurst Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (12 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (4 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 7 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

December 2024 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 3 incidents.

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

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (13 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (6 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other theft (5 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (8 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (6 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 16 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (20 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (16 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (18 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (17 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (3 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 125 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 11.36 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202512
February 20257
December 202411
November 20244
October 202413
September 20243
August 20248
July 202416
June 202416
May 202418
April 202417

A total of 25 Other theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.78 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
December 20242
November 20244
October 20241
September 20245
August 20243
July 20241
June 20244
May 20242

A total of 59 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 5.36 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20254
December 20243
November 20244
October 20242
September 20246
August 20245
July 20244
June 202420
May 20245
April 20242

A total of 28 Public order incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.80 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20254
December 20241
November 20241
September 20242
August 20243
July 20243
June 20246
May 20243
April 20243

A total of 34 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.09 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
December 20242
November 20243
October 20245
September 20242
August 20246
July 20242
June 20248
May 20241
April 20243

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

MonthCount
February 20251
October 20241

A total of 22 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.44 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20253
December 20241
October 20245
September 20242
August 20241
July 20244
June 20242
May 20242
April 20242

A total of 14 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
December 20241
November 20242
October 20242
September 20241
August 20241
June 20246

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

MonthCount
December 20242
October 20241
September 20241
May 20241

A total of 3 Other crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20242
July 20241

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

MonthCount
November 20241
September 20241

A total of 5 Drugs incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20241
June 20244

High Crime Locations Midhurst in March 2025

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

1. Bepton Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
2. Rumbolds Hill (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
3. Little Ashfield (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Pinewood Way (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
5. Poplar Way (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
6. A286 (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Taylors Field (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. South Street (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Petrol Station (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
10. Ashfield Road (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1

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