Selsey Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Selsey's November 2024 crime rate stood at 3.7 per 1,000 residents, placing it 51.3% below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. This coastal built-up area within Chichester has consistently maintained lower crime levels than the national average, a pattern consistent with its smaller population and community-focused character. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 42.5% of all reported crimes (17 incidents) and 38% below the UK average for this category. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, representing 25.0% of total crimes (10 incidents) and 19% below the UK rate. Seasonal factors likely influenced these figures, with November's dark evenings and events like Bonfire Night potentially increasing opportunities for violence and anti-social behaviour. Property crimes, while lower in absolute numbers (11 incidents), were also 71% below the UK average for shoplifting, reflecting the area's limited retail density compared to larger urban centres. The month's crime profile illustrates a balance between local community dynamics and broader national trends, with Selsey's lower population density and coastal location likely contributing to its comparatively safer environment.

Burglary saw the most dramatic month-on-month shift, surging by 100% from zero to two incidents in November. This increase, though still low in absolute terms, may partly explain the overall property crime rate of 11 incidents (1.6 per 1,000) and could signal heightened vulnerability during darker evenings. Violence and sexual offences rose by 13.3% compared to October, remaining 38% below the UK average for this category. This category's dominance (42.5% of total crimes) highlights the need for targeted community safety initiatives in Selsey. Conversely, public order offences fell sharply by 75% (from eight to two incidents), a reduction that may reflect the impact of local enforcement efforts during November's events. Shoplifting, at 0.2 per 1,000, was 71% below the UK average, consistent with Selsey's limited retail presence compared to larger urban areas. These shifts underscore the importance of contextual factors, with seasonal events and local infrastructure shaping crime patterns more than national averages.

Selsey's November 2024 crime rate of 3.7 per 1,000 residents represents a 21.6% decrease from the previous month's rate of 4.7 per 1,000. This decline brings the monthly exposure to one reported crime for every 272 residents, a figure that contextualises the safety of the area within its population size. On a daily basis, Selsey recorded an average of one crime per day in November, a rate that remains significantly lower than the UK's overall daily crime frequency. The comparison to the UK average reveals Selsey's crime profile is shaped by its coastal location and smaller scale, with categories like shoplifting and burglary reflecting the area's distinct characteristics. For example, Selsey's shoplifting rate of 0.2 per 1,000 is 71% below the UK average, a difference that aligns with its limited retail density compared to major urban centres. These figures provide a clear picture of how Selsey's unique geography and community structure contribute to its lower crime levels, offering residents a tangible sense of security relative to national trends.