Winslow Crime Rate October 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Winslow's built-up area in Buckinghamshire maintained a remarkably low crime rate of 2.1 per 1,000 residents in October 2024, placing it 74.1% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This figure reflects a continued trend of low-level crime, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 45.5% of total incidents (5 cases) and criminal damage and arson making up 18.2% (2 cases). The seasonal context of October—shorter days, the transition to British Summer Time ending, and Halloween—likely contributes to the types of crimes observed, as darker evenings may influence visibility and opportunities for certain offences. Winslow's crime profile contrasts sharply with national trends, particularly in violent crime, which is 63% below the UK average (2.7 per 1,000). The area's low population density and likely rural-adjacent character may play a role in sustaining such low rates, though the absence of major urban hubs or commuter traffic suggests that crime prevention in Winslow may rely on community cohesion and local policing rather than large-scale initiatives. The breakdown of crimes also highlights the dominance of violent offences over property crimes, a pattern consistent with areas where social services and community support systems are well-established. While the overall rate remains stable, the seasonal context of October—particularly the Halloween period—may warrant additional awareness from residents, as unlit paths or increased foot traffic in certain areas could create conditions for targeted crimes.

October 2024 saw significant declines in several crime categories, with violence and sexual offences dropping by 72.2% (from 18 to 5 incidents). This reduction aligns with a broader trend, as anti-social behaviour also fell by 66.7% and other crime decreased by 50%. Despite these drops, violence and sexual offences remained 63% below the UK average (2.7 per 1,000), while criminal damage and arson were 32% below the national rate (0.6 per 1,000). Other crime in Winslow (0.2 per 1,000) was 11% above the UK average (0.2 per 1,000), suggesting a minor outlier in this category. Residents should remain vigilant during darker evenings, particularly around Halloween, as seasonal factors may influence crime patterns in low-light conditions.

Winslow's crime rate in October 2024 (2.1 per 1,000 residents) represents a 67.7% decrease from the previous month's rate of 6.4 per 1,000. This decline underscores a marked reduction in reported incidents, though the rate remains exceptionally low compared to national averages. On a daily basis, the area experienced an average of 0 crimes per day over October, translating to a monthly exposure of 1 reported crime for every 481 residents. This figure highlights the rarity of crime in Winslow, even when considering the area's population of 5,290. While the UK average crime rate is 8.1 per 1,000, Winslow's current rate is 74.1% below that benchmark, placing it among the safest built-up areas in the country. The contrast between Winslow's monthly exposure and the UK's overall statistics illustrates the effectiveness of local policing or community initiatives in maintaining low crime levels, though such factors remain speculative without further data.