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Chichester, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Chichester is a mid-size city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 31,654. Elevation: 66 ft (20 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
31,654 Population 9,534/sq mi density
66 ft Elevation 20 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
44.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$44,785 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$44,785 median income, 4.6% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$572,841 home value, $1,120/mo rent
B+
Education
4.0 / 5.0
37.2% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

People

Population31,654
Median Age48.8 yrs
Density9,534/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 5%
Veterans5.4%

Economy

B
Median Income$44,785
Per Capita$44,785
Unemployment4.6%

Housing

F
Home Value$572,841
Rent$1,120
Ownership66.8%
Housing Units12,662

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain44.5 in/yr
Sunny Days229/yr
Elevation66 ft (20 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+37.2%
High School+55.0%

Community

Population31,654
Population Density9,534 / sq mi
Elevation66 ft (20 m)
Coordinates50.8367°, -0.7800°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation44.5 inches (1,130 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.7 inches (14 cm)
Median Household Income$44,785
Median Age48.8 years

About Chichester

Chichester is a mid-size city in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 31,654. The city sits at an elevation of 66 feet (20 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Chichester has a population of 31,654 with a density of 9,534 people per square mile, spread across 3.3 square miles. The median age is 48.8 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52% female and 48% male. The city is predominantly White (4.9%), with 2.3% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 96% of residents. 5.4% of the population are veterans. 4.3% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average).

Population

31,654
Total Population
9,534
People / sq mi
48.8yrs
Median Age
25% above United Kingdom avg
3.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48%
Female 52%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 96.0%
22% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 4.0%

Social Characteristics

Chichester vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Chichester is $44,785, which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,785 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $861, 40% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.6% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 2,881 business establishments. 34.4% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Chichester vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$44,785
40% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$44,785
Avg Weekly Wage$861

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.6%
28% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)2,881

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone46.2%
Public Transit2.5%
Work from Home34.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Chichester is $572,841, 103% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,120 (4% below the national average of $1,163). 66.8% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 12,662 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 12.8x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$572,841
103% above United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,120
4% below United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership66.8%
Owner-Occupied66.8%
Renter-Occupied33.3%
Housing Units12,662

Property Tax

Climate in Chichester

Chichester has an average annual temperature of 11.5°C (53°F). The hottest month is Aug (18.6°C), the coldest is Jan (4.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 854 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 4.9°C / 41°F -2.2° / 11.8° 71.2
Feb 6.7°C / 44°F -0.4° / 12.9° 74.3
Mar 7.4°C / 45°F 0.3° / 15.4° 68.1
Apr 9°C / 48°F -0.3° / 18.3° 41.3
May 12.5°C / 55°F 4.1° / 20.8° 44.6
Jun 16°C / 61°F 7.8° / 26.5° 59.6
Jul 18.3°C / 65°F 10.5° / 29.2° 55.4
Aug 18.6°C / 65°F 10.7° / 28.7° 53.4
Sep 16.4°C / 61°F 7° / 26.9° 71.0
Oct 12.9°C / 55°F 4.7° / 19.7° 121.8
Nov 8.7°C / 48°F 1.1° / 15.6° 95.3
Dec 6.8°C / 44°F -0.8° / 13° 98.5
Chichester experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 229 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 44.5 inches. The area receives 5.7 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 66 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average51.7°F
4% below United Kingdom avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days229 days/yr

Geography

Elevation66 ft (20 m)
Area3.3 sq mi (8.6 km²)
Population Density9,534/sq mi
Coordinates50.8367°N, 0.7800°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 44.5"
17% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 5.7"
Wettest Month (Jan) 3.90"
Driest Month (Jul) 2.05"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

30 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M3.0 on May 19, 2019.

Oct 6, 1999 34 km NNW of Fécamp, France M4.6 114 km
Apr 28, 2007 1 km WNW of Lympne, United Kingdom M4.6 128 km
Jul 14, 2011 62 km SSE of Ventnor, United Kingdom M3.9 80 km
Jan 27, 1998 27 km W of Le Touquet-Paris-Plage, France M3.8 145 km
May 12, 1994 4 km S of Shipston on Stour, United Kingdom M3.7 144 km
Sep 23, 2003 41 km WNW of Étretat, France M3.6 114 km
Sep 24, 2003 22 km WNW of Cauville-sur-Mer, France M3.5 134 km
Mar 3, 2009 1 km ENE of Hawkinge, United Kingdom M3.5 141 km
Jun 16, 1998 18 km NNW of Yport, France M3.3 126 km
Feb 27, 2019 3 km SE of Dorking, United Kingdom M3.3 54 km
Sep 9, 1995 0 km WNW of East Wittering, United Kingdom M3.3 10 km
Feb 13, 1997 26 km W of Le Touquet-Paris-Plage, France M3.2 145 km
Aug 26, 2002 40 km NNW of Étretat, France M3.0 103 km
Nov 26, 1991 50 km N of Urville-Nacqueville, France M3.0 102 km
May 19, 2019 7 km ESE of Swanage, United Kingdom M3.0 82 km
Jul 16, 2005 3 km WSW of Southwater, United Kingdom M2.9 33 km
Jan 27, 2015 1 km ENE of Winchester, United Kingdom M2.9 45 km
Mar 18, 2001 8 km W of Marlborough, United Kingdom M2.9 100 km
Mar 23, 1998 11 km W of Chickerell, United Kingdom M2.9 135 km
Dec 31, 1992 38 km WNW of Étretat, France M2.8 118 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.9 m (3 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1911 FOLKSTONE, ENGLAND Meteorological 0.9 m - 144 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (5°C) 3.9 in Wettest
February 40°F (4°C) 2.5 in Coldest
March 43°F (6°C) 3.0 in
April 47°F (8°C) 2.3 in
May 53°F (12°C) 2.1 in
June 58°F (14°C) 2.2 in
July 61°F (16°C) 2.1 in Driest
August 62°F (16°C) 2.4 in Warmest
September 57°F (14°C) 3.1 in
October 51°F (11°C) 3.6 in
November 45°F (7°C) 3.8 in
December 42°F (6°C) 3.8 in

Chichester has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 40°F in February to 62°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 34.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.9") and July the driest (2.1").

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37.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 11% above the national average of 33.7%. 55.0% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+37.2%
11% above United Kingdom avg
High School+55.0%
B+ Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density9,534/sq mi
Total Area3.3 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone46.2%
Public Transit2.5%
Work from Home34.4%

Schools in Chichester

17 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Lavant Primary School - - - -
The Prebendal School - - - -
Jessie Younghusband Primary School - - - -
Bishop Luffa Lunchpad - - - -
Portfield Primary Academy - - - -
Chichester Free School - - - -
Fordwater School, Chichester - - - -
Rumboldswhyke Church of England Primary School - - - -
St Richard's Catholic Primary School - - - -
Bishop Luffa School - - - -
North Mundham Primary School - - - -
St. Joseph's Infant School - - - -
Kingsham Primary School - - - -
Chichester High School - - - -
St Anthony's School - - - -
St. Joseph's CofE Junior School - - - -
Parklands Community Primary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Chichester

13 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
60s Swinging Radio classic hits 60s 70a 80s, israeli pop oldies MP3 96 kbps
Swinging radio 60s 60s, sixties MP3 96 kbps
Express FM Radio - MP3 128 kbps
Christmas Radio (MP3) christmas music MP3 128 kbps
Angel Radio (HQ) nostalgia, oldies MP3 96 kbps
Capital FM South Coast 103.2 commercial, pop MP3 128 kbps
BFBS Aldershot - AAC+ 64 kbps
Angel Radio - MP3 96 kbps
Outreach Radio - AAC 32 kbps
Shine Radio - AAC+ 96 kbps
Overton Radio - MP3 192 kbps
Hospital Radio Basingstoke - MP3 128 kbps
Radio Woking - AAC+ 48 kbps

Museums in Chichester

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Amberley Fire Station (museum exhibit)
Arundel Museum & Heritage Centre
Bignor Roman Villa
Bognor Regis Museum
BT Connected Earth Telecommunications Hall
Cass Sculpture Foundation
Electricity Hall
Emsworth Museum
Fishbourne Roman Palace
Littlehampton Museum
Midhurst Museum
Midhurst Museum Too
Munucipal Engine House (Gas engine display)
Museum Entrance
Museum Office
Petersfield Museum
Petworth Cottage Museum
Railway Exhibition Hall
Southdown Bus Garage
Tangmere Military Aviation Museum
The Novium
Village Garage & Cycle Shop
Weald & Downland Open Air Museum
Wheelwright's Shop
Wireless Exhibition

Libraries in Chichester

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Aldwick Community Centre0.0
Arundel Library0.0
Bognor Regis Library0.0
Chichester College Library0.0
Chichester Library0.0
Emsworth Library0.0
Havant Library0.0
Havant Library0.0
Hayling Island Library0.0
Horndean Library0.0
Leigh Park Library0.0
Library0.0
Liphook Library0.0
Littlehampton Library0.0
Midhurst Library0.0
Petersfield Library0.0
Petworth Library0.0
Selsey Library0.0
Simone's library0.0
Southbourne Library0.0
Waterlooville Library and Learning Centre0.0
Wittering Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Chichester

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Draper’s Yard
Ford Open Air Market

Hotels in Chichester

5 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

East Walls Hotel
Premier Inn
The Ship Hotel
The Vestry Hotel
Travelodge

Restaurants in Chichester

33 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

ASK Italian
Bill's
Brasserie Blanc
Carluccio's
Chicago Rock
China Royal
Confucius
Côte Brasserie
Franco Manca
Harvester - The Barn
India Gate
Lemongrass
Masala City
Muchos Nachos Bar & Restaurant
Namaste Punjab
Nando's
Phoenix Dining
Piccolino
PizzaExpress
Purchases Restaurant
Reina Kitchen
Santorini Restaurant
Smith & Western
The Giggling Squid
The Ivy
The Martlets
The Mowgli
The Old Cottage
The Restaurant BOC
The Taco Box
Viento De Levante
Wagamama
Zizzi

Cafes in Chichester

53 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

17 Grams
Apple Cafe
Boston Tea Party
Brick Kiln Garden Centre - The Restaurant
Bumbles Cafe
Cafe Paradiso
Cafe Pausa
Caffè Nero
Caffè Nero
Charlie Harper's
Common Grounds
Costa
Costa
Costa
Costa
Crispins Café
Fenwicks Cafe
Foxwood
Fuel Stop Cafe
Graylingwell Chapel Cafe
H & M Coffee
Harris + Hoole
Harris + Hoole
Hunters Lodge Food & Refreshments
Jam Cafe
Joannas Boutique Tearoom
Kokoro
Lakeside Cafe And Complex
Lavant House Café
Little London Cafe
Luckes
M&S Café
M&S Café
Meowko
Naima
Pallant Restaurant & Cafe
Palm House Restaurant
Runcton Farm Shop Cafe
Sandra’s
Shake-A-Delic! Shakes + Pizza
Spires
St Martin's Coffee House
Starbucks
The Barn Little London
The Buttery
The Fat Fig
The Old Bakery
The Real Eating Company
The Real Eating Company
Tim Hortons
Trading Post Coffee Roasters
Wagtail Coffee & Yoga
Waitrose in house.

Cinemas in Chichester

2 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cineworld Chichester
New Park Centre Cinema.

Theatres in Chichester

2 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Chichester Festival Theatre
The Minerva Theatre

Monuments in Chichester

1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Market Cross

Clinics in Chichester

3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Chapel Street Clinic.
Harmony Acutherapy Clinic
Westhampnett Clinic (Child Development Centre)

Dentists in Chichester

5 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Chichester Orthodontic Clinic
Chichester Smiles Dental Practice
Little London Dental Clinic
Pallant Orthodontics
Richmond House Dental Practice.

Veterinaries in Chichester

3 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Arun Veterinary Group
Downland Veterinary Group.
PetDoctors

Train Stations in Chichester

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Chichester

Bus Stations in Chichester

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Chichester Bus Station

Gas Stations in Chichester

5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Esso
Esso
Sainsbury's
Tesco Extra
Texaco

Banks in Chichester

9 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Barclays
Halifax
HSBC UK
Lloyds Bank
Nationwide
NatWest
Santander
TSB
Yorkshire Building Society

Gyms in Chichester

5 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CrossFit Chichester
Elitas Fitness
Lano
Studio44
The Gym

Breweries in Chichester

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Fauna Brewing
Gribble Inn
Langham Brewery
The Emsworth Brewery
The Emsworth Brewery
The Emsworth Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Chichester

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Chichester

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Southampton Alpine Centre 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Chichester

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
London Gatwick AirportLGWLarge Airport
London Heathrow AirportLHRLarge Airport
Blackbushe AirportBBSMedium Airport
Brighton City AirportESHMedium Airport
Farnborough AirportFABMedium Airport
Lasham Airfield-Medium Airport
RAF NortholtNHTMedium Airport
RAF OdihamODHMedium Airport
Southampton AirportSOUMedium Airport
Barton Ashes Airstrip-Small Airport
Baynard's Park Airstrip-Small Airport
Bembridge AirportBBPSmall Airport
Bere Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Berry Grove Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Binstead Airfield-Small Airport
Bognor Regis Lec Airfield-Small Airport
Bowford Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Brimpton Airfield-Small Airport
Brockwood Bottom Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Brooklands Aerodrome-Small Airport
Chilbolton Airfield-Small Airport
Chilsfold Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Chipstead Private Airstrip-Small Airport
Colemore Farm Airfield-Small Airport
Colthrop Manor Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Denford Manor Airstrip-Small Airport
Dunsfold Aerodrome-Small Airport
Englefield Airstrip-Small Airport
Fairoaks Airport-Small Airport
Farley Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Firs Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Folly Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Fowler's Field Airstrip-Small Airport
Fowler's Field Airstrip-Small Airport
Freshwater Fruit Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Frieslands Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Ginge Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Goldstone Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Goodwood AerodromeQUGSmall Airport
Greenhill Down Airstrip-Small Airport
Greenlease Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Hadfold Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Harpsden Park Airstrip-Small Airport
Hatchgate Farm Airfield-Small Airport
Haw Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Hickstead Airstrip-Small Airport
Hill Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Hill Top Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Homestead Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Hopkiln Farm Airstrip-Small Airport

Post Offices in Chichester

8 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Chichester Post Office
Hardham Road Post Office
Hunston Post Office
Melbourne Road Post Office
Millfield Close Post Office
Parklands Post Office
Stockbridge Road Post Office
Summersdale Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Chichester

22 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Chichester Baptist Church
Chichester Cathedral
Christ Church Methodist and United Reformed
Church of Christ, Scientist
Church of St Bartholomew
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses
Providence Chapel
Revelation Family Church
Saint Leodegar
St George's
St George’s Church
St Giles Church
St Mary's
St Pancras Church
St Paul's Church
St Wilfrid’s Church
St. John's Chapel
St. Nicholas
St. Richard's R.C. Church
St. Stephen's
The Chapel
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

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UFO Sightings
1
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/London

🇬🇧 About United Kingdom

Capital London
Population 66,488,991
Area 244,820 km²
GDP (USD) $3,420,796,653,789
GDP per capita $49,944
HDI 0.940
Life expectancy 81.2 years
Internet users 96.3%
Urban population 83.2%
Currency GBP (Pound)
Languages English
Calling code +44
TLD .uk
Driving side left

Public Holidays in United Kingdom

14 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 2 2 January 2 January
Mar 17 Saint Patrick's Day Saint Patrick's Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
May 4 Early May Bank Holiday Early May Bank Holiday
May 25 Spring Bank Holiday Spring Bank Holiday
Jun 15 World Cup Bank Holiday World Cup Bank Holiday
Jul 13 Battle of the Boyne Battle of the Boyne
Aug 3 Summer Bank Holiday Summer Bank Holiday
Aug 31 Summer Bank Holiday Summer Bank Holiday
Nov 30 Saint Andrew's Day Saint Andrew's Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Chichester

What is the population of Chichester?

Chichester has a population of 31,654 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 9,534 people per square mile, spread across 3.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 48.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52% female and 48% male.

Is Chichester expensive to live in?

The median household income is $44,785, 40% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $572,841 (103% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,120 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 12.8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Chichester?

Chichester has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 229 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 44.5 inches, with 5.7 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Chichester?

Chichester has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.6%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $861. There are 2,881 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Chichester?

The median home value in Chichester is $572,841. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,120. The homeownership rate is 66.8%.

How are the schools in Chichester?

37.2% of adults in Chichester hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 55.0% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Chichester?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Chichester is 4.9% White, 0.9% Black or African American, 2.3% Asian. 96% of residents speak only English at home. 5.4% of the population are military veterans. 4.3% of residents have a disability.

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