Crime Rate in Winchester: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Winchester

The total recorded crimes in Winchester, UK in May 2025 are around 755 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Winchester crime rate of 5.92 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 Winchester, encompassing approximately 127,444 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (286) incidents (-2.39% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (75) incidents (-1.32% decrease)
  • Public order: (74) incidents (5.71% increase)
Winchester Crime Hotspots

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

  • West Hill Drive with total crimes: 18
  • Quaveys Way with total crimes: 18
  • St George'S Street with total crimes: 16

Winchester Police Info:

Hampshire Constabulary

How safe is Winchester?

To understand the safety of Winchester, we need to analyze Winchester crime statistics in relation to both national and regional averages. This report will examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to the UK:

    • Winchester has recorded 10,633 crimes in the current year, resulting in a crime rate of 83.43 per 1,000 residents. This places it at rank 194 out of 331 in the UK, indicating it is safer than average.

    • Yearly trends show that in the previous year, the city recorded 9,929 crimes with a crime rate of 77.91, ranking it 206 in the UK. This an increase in crime suggests Negative changes.

  • Relative to Hampshire:

    • In 2024, Winchester reported a higher crime volume than the Hampshire average, with 10,633 crimes compared to 10,291. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Additionally, Winchester recorded fewer crimes than 6 out of 10 other cities.

    • In 2023, Winchester experienced a greater number of crimes than the Hampshire average, with 9,929 crimes compared to 9,558. This indicates a higher crime burden for the city in the region during this period. Additionally, Winchester recorded fewer crimes than 6 out of 10 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Based on the available data, Winchester is considered safer compared to the national averages.

    • Compared to other cities in Hampshire, Winchester has a higher crime rate in 2024.

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

Winchester Crime Analysis: Ward & Area

The difference in crime rates between the most dangerous ward, St Michael (137 crimes), and the safest, Colden Common and Twyford (17 crimes), is 120 crimes. This measurable difference indicates a some disparity in safety across Winchester.

Similarly, the area of Winchester Central & South (130 crimes) reports a significantly higher crime count compared to Springvale & Itchen Abbas (20 crimes), with a difference of 110 crimes. This measurable difference highlights the diverse crime landscape within Winchester.

Most Dangerous Wards:

St Michael137
Whiteley and Shedfield98
St Paul88
The Worthys69
Southwick and Wickham46

Safest Wards:

Upper Meon Valley28
Denmead27
Alresford and Itchen Valley23
St Barnabas18
Colden Common and Twyford17

Most Dangerous Areas:

Winchester Central & South130
Whiteley, Knowle & Wickham124
Winchester East76
Winchester North & Sparsholt66
Swanmore, Hambledon & West Meon56

Safest Areas:

Winchester Stanmore39
Colden Common & Twyford28
South Wonston, Sutton Scotney & Micheldever24
New Alresford21
Springvale & Itchen Abbas20

Winchester Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Winchester has recorded 755 crimes with crime rate of 5.92 ranking 259th out of 331 in the UK and ranked 6 out 331 in terms of total crimes and 5 in terms of crime rate in Hampshire.

In 2024, the total Winchester crimes were 10,633. The crime rate of Winchester in 2024 was 83.43 (year) or 6.95 (month) ranking it 194 danzarous in the UK. Winchester ranked 5 in terms of total crimes and 5 in terms of crime rate in Hampshire.

In 2023, the total crimes in Winchester were around 9,929 crimes with yearly crime rate of 77.91 (year) or 6.49 (month) ranking 206 out 331 most dangerous city in the UK. As compared to neighboring cities in Hampshire, Winchester ranked 5 out 331 in terms of total crimes or 5 as per crime rate of Winchester

CityMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Hampshire)CrimesRank (Hampshire)CrimesRank (Hampshire)
Hart452 115,641 115,130 11
East Hampshire648 107,756 107,463 10
Fareham614 97,596 97,241 9
Test Valley766 89,864 88,839 8
Basingstoke and Deane1,233 714,907 613,698 7
New Forest1,038 613,884 713,661 6
Eastleigh945 412,101 411,172 4
Havant900 312,564 111,272 3
Gosport688 18,226 37,597 1
Rushmoor753 210,028 29,134 2

Winchester Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (286 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (75 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (293 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other theft (83 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (319 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (82 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 293 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 72 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (294 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (63 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 313 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 64 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (323 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (79 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (304 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (85 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (282 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (104 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (325 incidents) and then Other theft showed a substantial number of incidents (128 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 316 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 104 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (684 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (186 cases).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 64 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.33 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20252
March 20254
February 20252
January 20251
December 20244
November 20248
October 202410
September 202410
August 20248
July 20245
June 20248

A total of 1012 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 84.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 186 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202575
April 202576
March 202582
February 202572
January 202548
December 202451
November 202459
October 202485
September 202472
August 2024102
July 2024104
June 2024186

A total of 500 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 41.67 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 62 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202536
April 202535
March 202550
February 202549
January 202533
December 202434
November 202457
October 202433
September 202438
August 202426
July 202447
June 202462

A total of 753 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 62.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 120 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202552
April 202545
March 202549
February 202552
January 202535
December 202428
November 202452
October 202452
September 2024104
August 202469
July 202495
June 2024120

A total of 710 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 59.17 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 108 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202545
April 202554
March 202571
February 202544
January 202550
December 202430
November 202451
October 202447
September 202449
August 202466
July 202495
June 2024108

A total of 33 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20256
April 20251
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
December 20242
November 20241
September 20246
August 20248
July 20242
June 20244

A total of 280 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 23.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 44 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202518
April 202524
March 202520
February 202520
January 202521
December 202414
November 202422
October 202434
September 202426
August 202417
July 202420
June 202444

A total of 4032 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 336.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 684 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 2025286
April 2025293
March 2025319
February 2025293
January 2025294
December 2024313
November 2024323
October 2024304
September 2024282
August 2024325
July 2024316
June 2024684

A total of 77 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.42 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 31 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20251
March 20256
February 20254
January 20254
December 20242
November 20245
October 20243
September 20244
August 202431
July 20245
June 202410

A total of 421 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 35.08 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 52 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202534
April 202549
March 202535
February 202527
January 202523
December 202433
November 202430
October 202427
September 202436
August 202452
July 202427
June 202448

A total of 87 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20255
April 202510
March 20255
February 20258
January 20259
December 20247
November 20242
October 20242
September 20243
August 202411
July 20247
June 202418

A total of 908 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 75.67 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 128 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202548
April 202583
March 202555
February 202560
January 202559
December 202464
November 202479
October 202480
September 202469
August 2024128
July 202473
June 2024110

A total of 738 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 61.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 122 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202572
April 202547
March 202558
February 202528
January 202563
December 202447
November 202455
October 202446
September 202464
August 202457
July 202479
June 2024122

A total of 936 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 78.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 166 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202574
April 202570
March 202570
February 202554
January 202547
December 202464
November 202465
October 202480
September 202464
August 202498
July 202484
June 2024166

High Crime Locations Winchester in May 2025

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

1. West Hill Drive (Map)
Total18
Violence and sexual offences7
Public order5
Other crime4
Criminal damage and arson2
2. Quaveys Way (Map)
Total18
Violence and sexual offences12
Burglary3
Anti-social behaviour3
3. St George'S Street (Map)
Total16
Shoplifting6
Violence and sexual offences5
Public order3
Other crime1
Burglary1
4. Petrol Station (Map)
Total13
Shoplifting13
5. Venta Drive (Map)
Total12
Violence and sexual offences6
Other theft3
Criminal damage and arson3
6. Silver Hill (Map)
Total12
Violence and sexual offences6
Drugs6

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