Crime Rate in Selsey South: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Selsey South

The total recorded crimes in Selsey South, Chichester, UK in March 2025 are around 25 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Selsey South crime rate of 2.51 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 Selsey South, encompassing approximately 9,967 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 (33.33% increase)
  • Other theft: (3) incidents (200.00% increase)
Selsey South Crime Hotspots

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

  • Round Piece Lane with total crimes: 3
  • Grove Road with total crimes: 3
  • Acorn Close with total crimes: 2

How safe is Selsey South?

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

  • Relative to Chichester:

    • In 2024, Selsey South demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Chichester average, with 437 crimes compared to 488.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Selsey South witnessed more crimes than 11 out of 20 other cities.

    • In 2023, Selsey South experienced a greater number of crimes than the Chichester average, with 425 crimes compared to 363. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Selsey South witnessed more crimes than 16 out of 20 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Selsey South Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Selsey South has recorded 25 crimes with crime rate of 2.51 ranking 15th out of 20 in the Chichester, UK

In 2024, the total Selsey South crimes were 437. The crime rate of Selsey South in 2024 was 43.84 (year) or 3.65 (month) ranking it 10 dangerous area in the Chichester.

In 2023, the total crimes in Selsey South were around 425 crimes with yearly crime rate of 42.64 (year) or 3.55 (month) ranking 5 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
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
Petworth17 18164 18177 16
Lavant21 17167 1790 21
Fittleworth12 20145 20113 18
Harting6 21134 21105 19
Easebourne12 19154 1998 20

Selsey South 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 Criminal damage and arson 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 23 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (10 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (9 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (12 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (4 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (23 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour 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 20 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (16 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (12 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (11 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (8 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 152 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 13.82 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 23 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202512
February 20257
December 202423
November 202410
October 20249
September 202412
August 202423
July 202420
June 202416
May 202412
April 20248

A total of 34 Public order incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.40 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
December 20244
November 20241
October 20246
September 20243
August 20244
July 20244
June 20244
May 20243
April 20244

A total of 34 Other theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.09 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20251
December 20242
November 20241
October 20242
September 20243
August 20244
July 20242
June 202410
May 20241
April 20245

A total of 4 Drugs incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
December 20242

A total of 56 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 5.09 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20253
December 20241
November 20245
October 20244
September 20244
August 20246
July 20246
June 20246
May 20246
April 202411

A total of 36 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.27 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20254
December 20242
November 20245
October 20243
September 20242
August 20245
July 20244
June 20244
May 20242
April 20244

A total of 4 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
July 20241

A total of 21 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.33 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20242
September 20243
July 20243
June 20242
May 20245
April 20243

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

MonthCount
December 20242
October 20241
July 20241
May 20241

A total of 7 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
September 20241
August 20241
June 20244

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

MonthCount
December 20241
April 20241

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

MonthCount
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 1 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
August 20241

A total of 13 Burglary incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.25 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
August 20242
July 20243
June 20242
April 20246

High Crime Locations Selsey South in March 2025

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

1. Round Piece Lane (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Other theft1
2. Grove Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
3. Acorn Close (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Supermarket (Map)
Total2
Bicycle theft2
5. Wellington Gardens (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Wade End (Map)
Total1
Drugs1
7. Mayridge (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
8. Eels Cross (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
10. Elmsfield (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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