The question of whether specific areas within Westbourne (BUA - Westbourne in Chichester) experience more prevalent crime is a common concern. Understanding the overall crime landscape is essential, and the data provides a helpful starting point. Westbourne has a population of 2381 residents. The overall crime rate for Westbourne is 52.5 incidents per 1,000 people. This is considerably lower than the UK national average of 91.6 incidents per 1,000 people.
It's important to note that a crime rate statistic itself doesn’t pinpoint specific hotspots within Westbourne. It's an aggregate figure reflecting the total number of reported crimes. While the data doesn't specify crime concentrations within the area, the overall low crime rate and high safety score (89/100, compared to a UK average of 79) suggest that Westbourne is generally a safe place to live and visit. The safety score, in particular, reflects residents' perceptions of safety and the prevalence of crime.
Without more granular data breaking down crime by specific locations within Westbourne, it’s impossible to identify ‘hotspots’ based solely on these figures. Local police reports, community forums, and neighbourhood watch groups (if established) could potentially provide more localised insights. It is also important to remember that reported crime statistics only represent crimes that have been officially recorded by the authorities. They do not account for all incidents that may occur.
For those seeking more detailed information, contacting Chichester District Council or Sussex Police is recommended. They may be able to provide more specific crime data or insights into local safety initiatives.