Winslow Crime Rate July 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In July 2024, Winslow recorded a crime rate of 6.8 per 1,000 residents, 19% below the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000. This figure underscores a distinct pattern in the area's crime profile, where violent crime dominates over property crime. Of the 36 total crimes reported, 52.8% (19 incidents) were classified as violence and sexual offences, a category that is 26% above the UK average for this type of crime. Public order offences accounted for 16.7% (6 incidents), also significantly higher than the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000. This imbalance between violent and property crime suggests a different dynamic at play compared to the national trend, where property crimes often outweigh violent incidents. July's seasonal context—characterised by peak summer activity, school holidays, and local festivals—likely contributes to this pattern. The high prevalence of violence and public order offences may be linked to increased foot traffic in public spaces and events, which can amplify opportunities for conflict and disorder. However, the lower-than-average crime rate overall indicates that Winslow's built-up area, while not immune to crime, maintains a relatively safe environment compared to the UK as a whole. This contrast invites further analysis of local factors, such as community policing strategies, the layout of the area, or demographic shifts, that might explain why violent crime is more pronounced here but the overall rate remains below the national benchmark.

July 2024 saw dramatic fluctuations in specific crime categories, with public order offences surging by 500% (from 1 to 6 incidents) and anti-social behaviour increasing by 300% (from 1 to 4). These sharp rises, occurring alongside a 171.4% increase in violence and sexual offences (from 7 to 19), suggest a shift in the nature of criminal activity during the summer months. The dominance of violent crime—accounting for 52.8% of total incidents—contrasts sharply with property crime, which made up only 19% of the total. This imbalance is particularly notable given that violence and sexual offences in Winslow are 26% above the UK average for this category. Conversely, vehicle crime and criminal damage and arson both declined significantly, with vehicle crime dropping by 75% (from 4 to 1) and criminal damage and arson falling by 83.3% (from 6 to 1). These decreases may be attributed to the summer season, when outdoor activities and tourism could reduce opportunities for vehicle-related crimes but also increase incidents of public disorder. For residents, the most immediate concern is the steep rise in public order offences, which could signal increased tensions in communal spaces or a need for enhanced community engagement during peak tourist periods.

Winslow's crime rate in July 2024 rose by 33.5% compared to June's rate of 5.1 per 1,000, reflecting a significant upward trend in the short term. On a daily basis, the area experienced an average of one reported crime per day over the 31-day period, a figure that, while modest, highlights the persistent presence of criminal activity in the built-up area. When scaled to the local population of 5,290, this translates to one crime occurring for roughly every 147 residents over the course of the month—a monthly exposure rate that, while lower than the UK average, still requires attention from local authorities. This rate is influenced by the surge in violent and public order crimes, which, although not reflected in the overall rate, dominate the local crime picture. The contrast between Winslow's monthly exposure and the UK average is less clear due to the absence of national daily or monthly benchmarks, but the local figure provides a tangible measure of risk for residents. The 33.5% increase from June suggests that factors such as the summer season, local events, or changes in policing strategies may have contributed to the rise. However, the overall rate remaining below the UK average indicates that Winslow's built-up area, despite its fluctuations, maintains a relatively safer environment compared to the national context.