Is Chichester City Safe?
Crime statistics for Chichester City. Based on official UK Police data, updated December 2025.
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Crime Zone Map
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 1,861 total crimes recorded in Chichester City
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Chichester City — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Chichester City safe?
Chichester City has a CrimeRadar safety score of 5/100, rated High Crime. A total of 1,861 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 16.8% compared to the previous year. Crime levels in Chichester City are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Chichester City in the last 12 months?
1,861 crimes were recorded in Chichester City in the last 12 months, spanning all reported crime categories from violent crime to vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. This represents an increase of 16.8% compared to the previous 12-month period (1,594 crimes). The most common category was Anti-Social Behaviour, with 435 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Chichester City?
The most common crime in Chichester City is Anti-Social Behaviour, with 435 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 23.4% of all reported crimes in the area. You can view a full breakdown of all crime categories, including anti-social behaviour, vehicle crime, and burglary, in the Crime by Category section on this page.
Is crime in Chichester City increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Chichester City is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 16.8% — from 1,594 crimes in the previous 12 months to 1,861 in the most recent period. This upward trend is something residents and prospective buyers should factor into their decisions.
What is the safety score for Chichester City?
Chichester City has a safety score of 5 out of 100 (High Crime). CrimeRadar safety scores are calculated from crime volume, year-on-year trend, and crime resolution rate. A score of 85+ is Very Safe, 65–84 is Safe, 45–64 is Average, 25–44 is Below Average, and below 25 is High Crime.
How does Chichester City compare to the Sussex Police average?
Chichester City has a safety score of 5/100, while the Sussex Police force area average is 45/100. Chichester City is below the force average for safety. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.
What is the crime resolution rate in Chichester City?
38.2% of crimes recorded in Chichester City resulted in a formal outcome in the last 12 months. Formal outcomes include charges brought, cautions issued, fixed penalty notices, or other official resolutions recorded by Sussex Police. The national average outcome rate in England and Wales is typically 5–15% across most crime types. A higher rate suggests more effective local enforcement.
How much violent crime is there in Chichester City?
376 violent crimes were recorded in Chichester City in the last 12 months — representing 20.2% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 435 incidents. Violent crime encompasses assault, robbery, and related offences as classified by the UK Home Office. Data is sourced from official police reports submitted to data.police.uk.
When was the crime data for Chichester City last updated?
The crime data for Chichester City was last updated in December 2025. CrimeRadar sources all crime data directly from the official UK Police Data API, operated by the Home Office and published at data.police.uk under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Data is refreshed monthly and covers the most recent 36-month period. New monthly data is typically published with a 2-month lag.
How can I compare Chichester City with other areas?
You can compare Chichester City with any other UK neighbourhood or city using the CrimeRadar Compare tool. It shows side-by-side safety scores, crime volumes by category, year-on-year trends, and crime resolution rates. The Compare tool covers all 44 police force areas across England, Wales and Northern Ireland, with more than 4,000 built neighbourhoods available.