Chichester Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Chichester's overall crime rate in June 2025 stood at 7.1 per 1,000 residents, 12.3% below the UK average of 8.1. This performance underscores the district's relative safety compared to national trends, though specific crime patterns reveal complex dynamics. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 33.3% of all incidents, with a rate of 2.4 per 1,000. This is 16% below the UK average for this category, a figure consistent with Chichester's historical tendency to report fewer violent crimes than larger urban centres. Anti-social behaviour followed as the second most common category, at 24.2% of all incidents, and this rate is 20% above the UK average. This discrepancy may reflect the area's mix of urban and rural characteristics, where densely populated areas like the town centre could contribute to higher levels of disruptive incidents. The seasonal context of June as the start of summer likely influenced patterns, with increased foot traffic and tourism affecting both anti-social behaviour and public order offences. While the overall rate remains stable, the data highlights the need for targeted interventions in areas where local conditions may contribute to higher-than-average rates of specific crime types. The balance between property and violent crime also shows a shift, with violent crimes making up a larger share than property crimes, a trend that may reflect broader societal factors or local policing priorities.

June 2025 saw a dramatic 71.4% increase in robbery incidents, rising from 7 to 12 cases. This sharp rise contrasts with a 61.7% drop in vehicle crime, which fell from 47 to 18. The decrease in vehicle crime may reflect seasonal changes, as summer months often see fewer cars on the road or increased security measures in parking areas. Anti-social behaviour also rose by 27%, reaching 221 incidents, which is 20% above the UK average for this category. This increase may be linked to the start of the summer season, with more public gatherings and events contributing to higher levels of disruptive behaviour. Meanwhile, burglary rates dropped by 44.7%, from 47 to 26, aligning with broader UK trends of declining property crimes. Residents may find the significant reduction in vehicle crime particularly reassuring, as this category often reflects vulnerabilities in local infrastructure or community policing efforts.

Chichester's crime rate in June 2025 remained stable at 7.1 per 1,000 residents, a 1.9% decrease from the previous month's rate of 7.2. This suggests no significant seasonal spikes or dips in overall crime. Locally, 30 crimes were reported per day on average, a figure that contextualises the daily reality for residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 141 residents, a rate that places Chichester well below the UK average when considering its population size. This monthly exposure figure is particularly useful for residents assessing risk, as it reflects the aggregate likelihood of encountering crime within the community. The stability in the crime rate, despite fluctuations in specific categories, indicates that broader systemic factors may be maintaining a consistent level of safety. The local population of 128,934 means that individual risk remains low compared to areas with higher concentrations of reported incidents.