Crime Rate in Selsey South: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Selsey South

The total recorded crimes in Selsey South, Chichester, UK in July 2025 are around 51 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Selsey South crime rate of 5.12 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 Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (21) incidents (75.00% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (11) incidents (120.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (7) incidents (16.67% increase)
Selsey South Crime Hotspots

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

  • Mayridge with total crimes: 7
  • Netherton Close with total crimes: 6
  • Round Piece Lane with total crimes: 5

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 areas in the Chichester.

    • 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 areas in the Chichester.

  • 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 July 2025 the Selsey South has recorded 51 crimes with crime rate of 5.12 ranking 8th 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.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Selsey South)CrimesRank (Selsey South)CrimesRank (Selsey South)
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
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
Fernhurst25 15323 14255 13
Petworth27 14164 18177 16
Westbourne20 17267 15169 17
Lavant15 20167 1790 21
Fittleworth17 18145 20113 18
Harting11 21134 21105 19
Easebourne16 19154 1998 20

Selsey South 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 21 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 11 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (12 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (20 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (7 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (20 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (10 incidents) also being high.

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).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 7 Other crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
April 20252
December 20242
October 20241

A total of 169 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 15.36 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 23 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202521
June 202512
May 202520
April 202520
March 202512
February 20257
December 202423
November 202410
October 20249
September 202412
August 202423

A total of 46 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 4.18 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202511
June 20255
May 20254
April 20254
March 20251
February 20254
December 20242
November 20245
October 20243
September 20242
August 20245

A total of 33 Public order incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.30 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 20254
May 20253
April 20251
March 20251
December 20244
November 20241
October 20246
September 20243
August 20244

A total of 30 Other theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.73 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20252
May 20255
April 20253
March 20253
February 20251
December 20242
November 20241
October 20242
September 20243
August 20244

A total of 57 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 5.18 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 20256
May 20257
April 202510
March 20254
February 20253
December 20241
November 20245
October 20244
September 20244
August 20246

A total of 3 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20251
December 20241

A total of 6 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20252
December 20241
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 13 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.62 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20252
May 20251
April 20252
February 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20242
September 20243

A total of 8 Burglary incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20253
April 20252
August 20242

A total of 5 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
March 20253

A total of 7 Drugs incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20251
March 20251
February 20251
December 20242

A total of 2 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
August 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

High Crime Locations Selsey South in July 2025

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

1. Mayridge (Map)
Total7
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson2
Violence and sexual offences2
Public order1
2. Netherton Close (Map)
Total6
Criminal damage and arson2
Violence and sexual offences2
Possession of weapons1
Public order1
3. Round Piece Lane (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
4. Warner'S Lane (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson2
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Theatre/Concert Hall (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Sparshott Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
7. Sunnymead Drive (Map)
Total2
Other crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Coppice Lane (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson2
9. Freeways (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Supermarket (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Public order1

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