Crime Rate in Selsey South: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Selsey South

The total recorded crimes in Selsey South, Chichester, UK in May 2025 are around 50 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Selsey South crime rate of 5.02 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 May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (20) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (7) incidents (-30.00% decrease)
  • Other theft: (5) incidents (66.67% increase)
Selsey South Crime Hotspots

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

  • Round Piece Lane with total crimes: 12
  • Mayridge with total crimes: 8
  • Netherton Close with total crimes: 6

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 May 2025 the Selsey South has recorded 50 crimes with crime rate of 5.02 ranking 7th 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.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Selsey South)CrimesRank (Selsey South)CrimesRank (Selsey South)
Chichester Central129 21,630 11,370 1
Chichester East140 11,509 2944 2
Chichester North70 3834 3502 3
North Mundham & Tangmere61 4583 4426 4
Harbour Villages42 8548 5352 10
The Witterings57 5500 7362 9
Chichester South38 9467 9420 6
Chichester West53 6532 6405 7
Southbourne36 10474 8379 8
Sidlesham with Selsey North35 11388 12289 11
Goodwood28 15411 11240 15
Loxwood30 14230 16258 12
Westbourne31 12267 15169 17
Fernhurst15 18323 14255 13
Midhurst24 17354 13248 14
Fittleworth31 13145 20113 18
Petworth25 16164 18177 16
Lavant13 20167 1790 21
Harting12 21134 21105 19
Easebourne13 19154 1998 20

Selsey South Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

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).

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).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 62 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.17 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 10 reported cases.

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

A total of 2 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
December 20241

A total of 184 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 15.33 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 23 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202520
April 202520
March 202512
February 20257
December 202423
November 202410
October 20249
September 202412
August 202423
July 202420
June 202416
May 202412

A total of 6 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
March 20253
July 20241

A total of 37 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.08 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20255
April 20253
March 20253
February 20251
December 20242
November 20241
October 20242
September 20243
August 20244
July 20242
June 202410
May 20241

A total of 9 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.80 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
December 20241
September 20241
August 20241
June 20244

A total of 40 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.33 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 5 reported cases.

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

A total of 12 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.40 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20252
August 20242
July 20243
June 20242

A total of 34 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.09 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 6 reported cases.

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

A total of 21 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.10 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20252
February 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20242
September 20243
July 20243
June 20242
May 20245

A total of 7 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 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 12 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 7 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20252
December 20242
October 20241
July 20241
May 20241

A total of 2 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 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 May 2025

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

1. Round Piece Lane (Map)
Total12
Violence and sexual offences7
Anti-social behaviour2
Other theft2
Vehicle crime1
2. Mayridge (Map)
Total8
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
Public order1
Vehicle crime1
3. Netherton Close (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour2
Public order1
4. Lifeboat Way (Map)
Total3
Burglary1
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Sessions Mews (Map)
Total2
Possession of weapons1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Warner'S Lane (Map)
Total2
Bicycle theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Freeways (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
8. Knap Lane (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Shoplifting1
9. Theatre/Concert Hall (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Theft from the person1
10. Sparshott Road (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Drugs1

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