Is Chantry and Thakeham Safe?
Crime statistics for Chantry and Thakeham. Based on official UK Police data, updated December 2025.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 626 total crimes recorded in Chantry and Thakeham
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Chantry and Thakeham — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Chantry and Thakeham safe?
Chantry and Thakeham has a CrimeRadar safety score of 30/100, rated Below Average. A total of 626 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 3.4% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Crime levels in Chantry and Thakeham are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Chantry and Thakeham in the last 12 months?
626 crimes were recorded in Chantry and Thakeham in the last 12 months, spanning all reported crime categories from violent crime to vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. This represents a decrease of 3.4% compared to the previous 12-month period (648 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 222 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Chantry and Thakeham?
The most common crime in Chantry and Thakeham is Violent Crime, with 222 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 35.5% 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 Chantry and Thakeham increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Chantry and Thakeham is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 3.4% — from 648 crimes in the previous 12 months to 626 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Chantry and Thakeham?
Chantry and Thakeham has a safety score of 30 out of 100 (Below Average). 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 Chantry and Thakeham compare to the Sussex Police average?
Chantry and Thakeham has a safety score of 30/100, while the Sussex Police force area average is 45/100. Chantry and Thakeham 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 Chantry and Thakeham?
34.4% of crimes recorded in Chantry and Thakeham 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 Chantry and Thakeham?
222 violent crimes were recorded in Chantry and Thakeham in the last 12 months — representing 35.5% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 107 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 Chantry and Thakeham last updated?
The crime data for Chantry and Thakeham 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 Chantry and Thakeham with other areas?
You can compare Chantry and Thakeham 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.