Chichester Crime Rate August 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Chichester’s crime rate in August 2025 stood at 6.9 per 1,000 residents, a figure that is 14.8% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This performance positions the area as one of the safer local authority districts in England and Wales, though the data reveals a complex picture of crime distribution. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 30.6% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (26.4%) and public order offences (9.0%). The seasonal context of August—peak holiday month and increased tourism—may have influenced these patterns, with empty homes potentially raising burglary risks. However, the overall rate remains consistent with Chichester’s historically lower crime profile, a characteristic often attributed to its mix of urban and suburban environments, as well as strong community policing efforts. The area’s violent crime rate (2.1 per 1,000) was below the UK average (2.9 per 1,000), but anti-social behaviour and public order offences showed slight deviations from national trends. These figures underscore the importance of balancing targeted interventions with broader public safety strategies to address emerging challenges.

August 2025 brought notable fluctuations in crime patterns. Bicycle theft surged by 61.5%, rising from 13 to 21 incidents, a sharp increase that may reflect heightened summer cycling activity or vulnerabilities in local bike storage. Conversely, drug-related crimes dropped by 66.7%, falling from 21 to 7, a decline that could be linked to seasonal changes or targeted interventions. The balance between property and violent crime shifted slightly, with violent offences (30.6% of total crimes) maintaining dominance, though anti-social behaviour (26.4%) and public order (9.0%) also contributed significantly. Chichester’s violence and sexual offences rate (2.1 per 1,000) was 27% below the UK average, a stark contrast to anti-social behaviour, which was 23% above the national rate (1.5 per 1,000). These disparities highlight the area’s unique challenges and strengths in crime prevention.

Chichester’s crime rate in August 2025 fell to 6.9 per 1,000 residents, marking a 12.1% decrease from the previous month’s 7.8 per 1,000. This decline aligns with broader trends seen in other UK areas during summer, though Chichester remains significantly safer than the national average. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 29 crimes per day in August, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents within the local community. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 145 residents, a rate that reflects both the population size and the effectiveness of local policing. This monthly exposure is lower than the UK average, which suggests that Chichester’s residents may experience fewer crimes relative to their peers in other regions. When considering the population-scaled perspective, the 128,934 residents of Chichester collectively face a crime rate that is 14.8% below the UK average, indicating a strong comparative position in terms of public safety.