Crime and Safety in Fishbourne

Crime levels, policing, and personal safety in the village

Fishbourne is a low-crime area, reflecting its rural village character and the generally low crime rates across the Chichester district. Sussex Police data consistently shows the district as one of the safest in the region, and Fishbourne's small size and settled community contribute to a strong sense of security.

The most common reported crimes in the area are vehicle-related offences, including theft from cars and criminal damage. As with most rural areas, opportunistic property crime occurs but is not frequent. Residents are advised to follow standard security precautions: locking cars, securing outbuildings, and reporting suspicious activity.

Sussex Police covers the area from the Chichester district command. Community policing is provided through Police Community Support Officers who attend local meetings and maintain a visible presence in the area. The neighbourhood policing team can be contacted through Sussex Police's non-emergency channels.

Anti-social behaviour is uncommon in Fishbourne. The village does not have the concentrations of nightlife or the transient populations that generate disorder in larger towns. The main concerns raised at parish level tend to relate to speeding traffic, fly-tipping on rural lanes, and occasional noise from the A259.

For emergencies, call 999. For non-emergency reports and advice, Sussex Police can be contacted on 101 or online. Neighbourhood Watch schemes operate in parts of the village and provide a local network for sharing information about security concerns.