Selsey Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

November 2025 marked a dramatic shift in Selsey's crime profile, with three categories experiencing a 100% month-on-month increase. Robbery, drugs, and burglary all rose sharply from zero to two incidents each, a stark contrast to the previous month's figures. This spike occurred alongside an 18.6% drop in the overall crime rate to 4.4 per 1,000 residents, placing Selsey 39.7% below the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000. The most prevalent crime type remained violence and sexual offences (21 cases, 43.8% of total), followed by criminal damage and arson (7 cases, 14.6%). Seasonal factors likely contributed to these patterns, with dark evenings and Bonfire Night potentially increasing opportunities for certain offences. Anti-social behaviour (7 cases) and public order offences (2 cases) saw significant declines, possibly linked to community initiatives or reduced foot traffic during the holiday season. Selsey's low property crime rate (13 cases) compared to the UK average suggests effective local deterrents, though the 100% rise in robbery highlights vulnerabilities in specific areas. The area's relatively low population (10,891 residents) may also contribute to its lower overall crime rate, with fewer concentrated social interactions compared to larger urban centres.

The most striking change in November 2025 was the 100% increase in robberies, drugs-related crimes, and burglaries, all of which rose from zero to two incidents each. This surge contrasts sharply with the 77.8% drop in public order offences (from 9 to 2) and the 63.2% decline in anti-social behaviour (from 19 to 7). Violence and sexual offences remained the most common category, with 21 cases (1.9 per 1,000 residents), 26% below the UK average for this category. Meanwhile, possession of weapons saw an 186% increase above the UK average, with 2 cases (0.2 per 1,000) compared to the national rate of 0.1 per 1,000. The 4.4 per 1,000 crime rate for Selsey is 39.7% below the UK average, but this masks significant variations in specific categories—robbery and drugs are 82% and 25% above UK averages respectively. Residents may find the 1-in-227 residents figure (one crime per 227 people over the month) particularly relevant, offering context on the likelihood of encountering crime in daily life.

Selsey's November 2025 crime rate of 4.4 per 1,000 residents represents an 18.6% decrease from the previous month's rate of 5.4 per 1,000, a reduction that aligns with broader seasonal trends. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly 2 crimes per day in November, a figure that translates to a 1-in-227 residents chance of a reported crime over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate is lower than the UK average, though it does not account for variations in local population density or policing strategies. The 39.7% gap between Selsey's rate and the UK average suggests a combination of geographic factors—its status as a built-up area within Chichester may benefit from lower population density compared to major urban centres—and potentially effective community policing efforts. However, the 100% increase in robbery and burglary cases highlights areas for improvement, as these crimes are 82% and 33% above UK averages respectively. The local population of 10,891 residents, coupled with the area's proximity to coastal and rural regions, may contribute to both lower overall crime rates and unique vulnerabilities in specific categories.