Crime Rate in Petworth: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Petworth

The total recorded crimes in Petworth, Chichester, UK in March 2025 are around 17 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Petworth crime rate of 30.21 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 Petworth, encompassing approximately 562 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (5) incidents (66.67% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (4) incidents (33.33% increase)
  • Public order: (3) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Petworth Crime Hotspots

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

  • River Lane with total crimes: 3
  • Park Rise with total crimes: 3
  • Pound Close with total crimes: 2

How safe is Petworth?

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

  • Relative to Chichester:

    • In 2024, Petworth demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Chichester average, with 164 crimes compared to 488.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Petworth recorded fewer crimes than 17 out of 20 other cities.

    • In 2023, Petworth had fewer crimes than the Chichester average, with 177 crimes compared to 363. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Petworth recorded fewer crimes than 15 out of 20 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Petworth Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Petworth has recorded 17 crimes with crime rate of 30.21 ranking 18th out of 20 in the Chichester, UK

In 2024, the total Petworth crimes were 164. The crime rate of Petworth in 2024 was 291.40 (year) or 24.28 (month) ranking it 18 dangerous area in the Chichester.

In 2023, the total crimes in Petworth were around 177 crimes with yearly crime rate of 314.50 (year) or 26.21 (month) ranking 16 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
Midhurst22 16354 13248 14
Westbourne28 13267 15169 17
Lavant21 17167 1790 21
Fittleworth12 20145 20113 18
Harting6 21134 21105 19
Easebourne12 19154 1998 20

Petworth Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (5 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences 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 3 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

December 2024 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 3 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (6 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (5 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (7 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (2 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (7 incidents) and then Other crime showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 12 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (6 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (10 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (4 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (2 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 16 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.29 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20253
December 20242
November 20242
September 20242
July 20244
May 20242

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

MonthCount
March 20251
November 20242
August 20241
July 20241

A total of 2 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252

A total of 7 Other theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
November 20242
July 20241
June 20242
April 20241

A total of 41 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 4.10 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20253
November 20246
October 20245
September 20242
August 20242
July 20243
June 20242
May 202410
April 20244

A total of 12 Public order incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.71 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
October 20241
September 20242
August 20242
July 20241
June 20242
April 20241

A total of 58 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 5.27 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20253
December 20243
November 20243
October 20244
September 20247
August 20247
July 202412
June 20246
May 20246
April 20242

A total of 13 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.62 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
December 20242
October 20241
September 20241
August 20242
July 20242
June 20242
April 20241

A total of 6 Other crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
November 20241
September 20241
August 20243

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

MonthCount
February 20251

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

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

MonthCount
May 20241

High Crime Locations Petworth in March 2025

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

1. River Lane (Map)
Total3
Theft from the person2
Burglary1
2. Park Rise (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour3
3. Pound Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Pipers Lane (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1
5. Petrol Station (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
6. Park/Open Space (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Sheepdown Drive (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Toronto Road (Map)
Total1
Public order1
9. Damer'S Bridge (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
10. Martlet Road (Map)
Total1
Public order1

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