Chichester Crime Rate April 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For residents of Chichester, the crime rate in April 2023 translates to a risk of encountering a reported incident roughly once every 173 people over the course of the month. At 5.8 per 1,000 residents, this rate is 22.7% below the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000, placing the area in a relatively safer position nationally. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 39.9% of all reports, followed by anti-social behaviour at 10.1% and shoplifting at 8.6%. These figures align with the seasonal context of April, a month marked by Easter celebrations and the transition to spring, which may influence both social interactions and outdoor activity levels. The higher-than-average rate of shoplifting (0.5 per 1,000) could be connected to the increased foot traffic in retail areas during the Easter period. Conversely, violent crime remains below the UK average, suggesting that local initiatives or community dynamics may be contributing to this trend. The relatively low incidence of theft from the person (0.0 per 1,000) and robbery (0.0 per 1,000) further reinforces the area's position as a place with lower rates of personal crime compared to national benchmarks. These patterns indicate that while Chichester faces its share of crime challenges, the overall environment remains more secure than many other parts of the UK.

April saw a 50% increase in bicycle theft, rising from 6 to 9 incidents. This spike may reflect the return of spring cycling activity, with local trails and commuter routes potentially drawing more riders. Anti-social behaviour also rose sharply by 33.9%, with reports jumping from 56 to 75. This could indicate increased outdoor gatherings during the Easter holiday period. Meanwhile, burglary rose 31% from 42 to 55 incidents, linked to seasonal property movements or increased home occupancy during the Easter break. Violent crime remains 12% below the UK average at 2.3 per 1,000, suggesting Chichester's approach to community safety may be yielding tangible results in reducing serious offences. The 100% drop in robbery from 9 to 1 incident highlights a dramatic shift, though this may be an anomaly requiring further observation.

Chichester's crime rate in April 2023 rose 4.2% from the previous month's 5.5 per 1,000 to 5.8 per 1,000. This equates to roughly 25 crimes reported daily, a figure that may help residents contextualise risk in their daily routines. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 173 residents, a monthly aggregate that underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents compared to larger urban areas. The population of 128,934 means that while the absolute number of crimes appears significant, the per-capita rate remains lower than the UK average. This suggests that Chichester's residents face a crime environment that is both manageable and distinct from national trends, with the local context likely shaping the balance between property and violent crime.