Crime Rate in Burtonwood and Winwick: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Burtonwood and Winwick

The total recorded crimes in Burtonwood and Winwick, Warrington, UK in May 2025 are around 48 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Burtonwood and Winwick crime rate of 10.63 per 1,000 population.

It's important to note that this crime data is based on the Geographic Boundry data provided by the ONS around Burtonwood and Winwick, encompassing approximately 4,515 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (32) incidents (77.78% increase)
  • Public order: (7) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Other theft: (3) incidents (200.00% increase)
Burtonwood and Winwick Crime Hotspots

The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,

  • Hollins Lane with total crimes: 18
  • Fairclough Street with total crimes: 3
  • Ilex Avenue with total crimes: 2

How safe is Burtonwood and Winwick?

To understand the safety of Burtonwood and Winwick, we need to analyze Burtonwood and Winwick crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to Warrington:

    • In 2024, Burtonwood and Winwick demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Warrington average, with 504 crimes compared to 885.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Burtonwood and Winwick recorded fewer crimes than 12 out of 21 other areas in the Warrington.

    • In 2023, Burtonwood and Winwick had fewer crimes than the Warrington average, with 499 crimes compared to 860. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Burtonwood and Winwick recorded fewer crimes than 11 out of 21 other areas in the Warrington.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Warrington, Burtonwood and Winwick has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

    • The trend in crime rates suggests Negative changes in overall safety.

Burtonwood and Winwick Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Burtonwood and Winwick has recorded 48 crimes with crime rate of 10.63 ranking 10th out of 21 in the Warrington, UK

In 2024, the total Burtonwood and Winwick crimes were 504. The crime rate of Burtonwood and Winwick in 2024 was 111.61 (year) or 9.30 (month) ranking it 13 dangerous area in the Warrington.

In 2023, the total crimes in Burtonwood and Winwick were around 499 crimes with yearly crime rate of 110.51 (year) or 9.21 (month) ranking 12 most dangerous area in the Warrington.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Burtonwood and Winwick)CrimesRank (Burtonwood and Winwick)CrimesRank (Burtonwood and Winwick)
Bewsey and Whitecross468 16,185 15,924 1
Fairfield and Howley113 31,390 31,528 2
Poplars and Hulme120 21,540 21,431 3
Orford111 41,334 41,343 4
Latchford East100 5966 5906 5
Birchwood53 8888 6898 6
Great Sankey South61 6609 9577 10
Latchford West55 7653 8692 7
Poulton North42 11693 7678 9
Culcheth, Glazebury and Croft38 13574 10684 8
Rixton and Woolston48 9474 14511 11
Stockton Heath20 19569 11383 15
Chapelford and Old Hall24 18510 12472 13
Westbrook39 12421 15388 14
Appleton34 14336 19352 17
Lymm North and Thelwall34 15353 17286 19
Lymm South17 20340 18357 16
Great Sankey North and Whittle Hall30 16376 16279 20
Penketh and Cuerdley26 17319 20296 18
Poulton South7 22191 22233 21
Grappenhall16 21237 21209 22

Burtonwood and Winwick Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (32 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (7 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (18 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (7 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (27 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (8 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 17 incidents, and Burglary was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (15 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 12 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (11 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (22 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (25 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (4 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (21 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (5 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 28 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (38 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (14 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (28 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (9 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 294 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 22.62 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 38 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202532
April 202518
March 202527
February 202517
January 202515
December 202412
November 202411
October 202422
September 202425
August 202421
July 202428
June 202438
May 202428

A total of 49 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.77 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20257
April 20257
March 20253
February 20253
January 20251
December 20248
November 20241
October 20244
September 20243
August 20245
July 20242
June 20242
May 20243

A total of 24 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20251
March 20252
February 20254
January 20253
December 20241
November 20242
October 20243
September 20241
August 20241
July 20242
May 20241

A total of 43 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.58 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20257
February 20253
January 20252
December 20242
November 20245
October 20242
September 20244
August 20245
July 20242
June 20248
May 20241

A total of 58 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.83 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20256
March 20258
February 20252
January 20251
December 20244
October 20244
September 20243
August 20244
July 20242
June 202414
May 20249

A total of 16 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20253
March 20251
February 20252
December 20243
September 20242
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 15 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.88 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
March 20251
February 20253
October 20241
July 20241
June 20246
May 20241

A total of 26 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.36 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20252
March 20252
February 20251
January 20255
November 20241
October 20242
September 20242
August 20241
July 20241
June 20246
May 20243

A total of 8 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20252
February 20251
January 20251
December 20242
November 20241
October 20241

A total of 1 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251

A total of 20 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.86 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20257
December 20242
October 20242
September 20243
August 20241
June 20242
May 20243

A total of 1 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251

A total of 5 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241
August 20242
June 20242

A total of 1 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20241

High Crime Locations Burtonwood and Winwick in May 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Burtonwood and Winwick postcode area is presented below.

1. Hollins Lane (Map)
Total18
Violence and sexual offences16
Public order2
2. Fairclough Street (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
3. Ilex Avenue (Map)
Total2
Public order2
4. Browning Drive (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
5. Farmer'S Lane (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Supermarket (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Shoplifting1
7. Mitchell Avenue (Map)
Total2
Public order2
8. Arbury Lane (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Myddleton Lane (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Hollins Drive (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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