Winchcombe Crime Rate August 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For an area with 5,307 residents, August 2023 saw 35 crimes reported, translating to a crime rate of 6.6 per 1,000 — 18.5% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This figure, while lower than the national benchmark, reflects a combination of local factors and seasonal dynamics. The most prevalent crime type was anti-social behaviour, accounting for 25.7% of all incidents (9 cases), followed by violence and sexual offences (7 cases, 20.0%) and burglary (4 cases, 11.4%). These patterns align with August's role as a peak holiday month, which may contribute to increased property crime through empty homes and disrupted routines. The UK average for anti-social behaviour is 1.4 per 1,000, but Winchcombe's rate of 1.7 per 1,000 places it 18% above the national figure — a discrepancy that may reflect local community interactions or policing priorities. Meanwhile, burglary in Winchcombe is 135% above the UK average, suggesting a need for targeted measures in this category. The area's built-up nature within Tewkesbury, combined with its relatively small population, likely influences these patterns, with seasonal tourism and commuter activity shaping the crime profile. As a smaller urban area, Winchcombe's crime statistics provide a nuanced picture of local security challenges and opportunities for intervention.

August 2023 saw a 125% increase in anti-social behaviour incidents, rising from 4 to 9, marking the most significant monthly jump in any category. Burglary and other theft each doubled compared to July, with 4 incidents each — a stark contrast to the previous month's 2. This surge in property crimes, particularly burglary, places the category 135% above the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000. Meanwhile, violence and sexual offences fell by 30%, dropping from 10 to 7, a decrease that positions Winchcombe 51% below the UK average for this category. The sharp rise in anti-social behaviour, which now accounts for 25.7% of all crimes, highlights a shift in the crime mix towards public order issues. Residents may find the 18.5% gap between Winchcombe's rate and the UK average particularly relevant, as it underscores the area's relatively lower crime levels despite the recent upward trend.

Winchcombe's crime rate in August 2023 rose to 6.6 per 1,000 residents, a 46.0% increase from July's 4.5 per 1,000. This monthly jump, while notable, still places the area 18.5% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately one crime reported every 31 days, equating to roughly 1 crime per day over the month. When scaled to the local population of 5,307, this translates to one reported crime for every 152 residents over August. While this figure may seem low, the upward trend from July suggests a need for continued monitoring. The area's built-up character within Tewkesbury likely influences crime patterns, with localised factors such as community activity and seasonal dynamics playing a role in the shift. The monthly exposure metric offers residents a tangible perspective: for every 152 people in Winchcombe, one crime was reported during the month, a figure that contextualises the rate within the area's demographics.