Chichester Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Chichester's crime profile in November 2023, accounting for 34.5% of all reported incidents. This category, with a rate of 2.0 per 1,000 residents, was 23% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000, a disparity that may reflect the town's relatively stable social fabric despite the seasonal pressures of Bonfire Night and Black Friday. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, contributing 11.4% of total crimes.7 per 1,000 was 33% below the UK average, suggesting effective community policing or environmental design in mitigating such incidents. The third most common category, criminal damage and arson, at 0.5 per 1,000, was 15% below the UK average, potentially indicating lower levels of vandalism in a town with a strong sense of local identity. The overall crime rate of 5.8 per 1,000 residents marked a 22.7% improvement over the UK average, a statistic that aligns with Chichester's character as a coastal town with a mix of historic residential areas and commercial hubs. Seasonal factors likely played a role in shaping these patterns, with the extended darkness of November increasing opportunities for violent crime while reducing foot traffic in retail areas. The town's proximity to the English Channel and its status as a cultural hub may also contribute to distinct crime dynamics, with tourism-related incidents offset by the lower population density compared to major urban centres. This month's data underscores the importance of contextualising crime statistics within both local geography and national benchmarks, ensuring that policy responses remain proportionate to the specific challenges faced by Chichester.

November 2023 saw a stark rise in 'other crime', with a 433.3% increase from three to 16 incidents, suggesting emerging or underreported issues. Simultaneously, robbery rates surged by 300%, rising from one to four cases, a spike that may be linked to the seasonal dynamics of the area. In contrast, anti-social behaviour fell by 28%, from 118 to 85 incidents, potentially reflecting the impact of reduced public gatherings during darker evenings. Vehicle crime also decreased by 19.6%, from 56 to 45, a trend consistent with lower levels of car-related activity during the month. Burglary rates in Chichester were 47% above the UK average, indicating a specific vulnerability in property crime that contrasts with the area's overall safety profile. These shifts highlight the combination of local factors and national trends in shaping the crime profile.

Chichester's crime rate in November 2023 stood at 5.8 per 1,000 residents, a 7.7% decrease from the previous month's rate of 6.3. This decline aligns with the seasonal context of shorter daylight hours and reduced foot traffic during the post-Black Friday period. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 25 crimes per day, a figure that reflects the local rhythm of activity in a coastal town with a mix of residential and tourist areas. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 173 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents compared to national averages. This statistic, when contextualised with Chichester's population of 128,934, suggests that the majority of residents experience minimal direct interaction with crime, though specific areas may face distinct challenges. The contrast with the UK average, which sees 7.5 crimes per 1,000 residents, highlights Chichester's performance as safer in most categories, though exceptions like burglary remain areas for scrutiny.