Chichester Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Chichester's crime profile in November 2025, accounting for 30.3% of all reported incidents. This figure, at 1.8 per 1,000 residents, places the area 30% below the UK average for this category—a stark contrast to the national trend where violent crime typically accounts for a larger share of total offences. The town's overall crime rate of 5.9 per 1,000 residents, 19.2% below the UK average, reflects a combination of effective local policing and the area's unique demographic profile. As a coastal district with a significant proportion of older residents and a relatively low student population, Chichester exhibits crime patterns distinct from university towns or major cities. Anti-social behaviour, the second most common category (19.1% of total crimes), may be partly explained by the social dynamics of the town's more densely populated areas, though no definitive causal link can be drawn. The seasonal context of November—marked by Bonfire Night, Black Friday shopping, and shorter daylight hours—likely contributed to fluctuations in specific crime types, with shoplifting and public order offences showing notable increases. While the overall rate remains historically low, the data underscores the importance of targeted interventions in areas where anti-social behaviour and public order issues are concentrated.

November saw a striking 133.3% increase in theft from the person, rising from 3 to 7 incidents. This sharp rise may be linked to the Black Friday shopping period, though no direct causal link can be confirmed. Conversely, other crime fell by 68.4% (19 → 6) and robbery dropped by 45.5% (11 → 6), possibly reflecting heightened police visibility or seasonal shifts in criminal activity. Violence and sexual offences remained significantly below the UK average (1.8 vs 2.6 per 1,000), a trend consistent with Chichester's lower levels of violent crime compared to larger urban centres. Anti-social behaviour, however, showed a modest 4% increase over the UK average, with 146 incidents reported—a figure that underscores the ongoing challenge of managing public order in the town's more densely populated areas.

Chichester's crime rate in November 2025 fell by 13.6% compared to the previous month, dropping from 6.9 to 5.9 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with a broader seasonal trend seen in similar coastal towns, where reduced daylight hours and fewer large-scale events may temporarily dampen certain crime types. Locally, the daily crime count averaged 26 incidents per day, a figure that remains consistent with the area's historical pattern of moderate activity. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 169 residents, a ratio that places Chichester below the UK average for monthly exposure. This statistic suggests that residents face a lower risk of encountering crime compared to the national average, though localized hotspots—such as high-traffic retail areas—still warrant attention. The population context further highlights that Chichester's relatively low crime rate, despite its mix of urban and rural zones, reflects effective community policing and the town's character as a historically stable district with strong local engagement.