Winchcombe Crime Rate October 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Winchcombe’s crime rate in October 2023 stood at 4.0 per 1,000 residents, a figure that places the area 50% below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. This continued safety record, despite the month-on-month rise, reflects the town’s consistent performance in maintaining low crime levels. The most common offences were violence and sexual offences (6 incidents, 28.6% of total crimes), followed by other theft (3 incidents) and public order issues (3 incidents). These patterns align with Winchcombe’s character as a small, built-up area within Tewkesbury, where community cohesion and limited urban density may contribute to lower rates of property crime. However, the seasonal context of October—marked by shorter days, the transition to British Summer Time, and Halloween—likely influenced the surge in violence and public order offences. The area’s low crime rate may also be linked to its rural-adjacent setting, which often correlates with lower crime profiles compared to densely populated urban centres. While violent crime remained significantly below the UK average, the 'other crime' category—uncommon in other areas—showed an 186% disparity, suggesting localised factors that require further analysis. Overall, Winchcombe’s data illustrates a town where crime remains rare, but seasonal and social dynamics can temporarily elevate specific offence types.

October 2023 saw a dramatic surge in violence and sexual offences, which jumped 500% from September (1 to 6 incidents). This spike, while stark, remains 59% below the UK average for the category. Concurrently, public order offences increased by 200% (1 to 3), aligning with seasonal factors such as Halloween and darker evenings. Meanwhile, vehicle crime fell by 50% (2 to 1), a decline that may reflect reduced traffic during the month or heightened awareness among drivers. The breakdown of crimes also revealed that 'other crime'—a category not typically annotated with UK averages—was 186% above the national rate, suggesting a unique local pattern that warrants closer examination. These shifts highlight a combination of seasonal rhythms and local dynamics, with violence and public order issues emerging as key areas of focus for residents and authorities.

Winchcombe’s crime rate in October 2023 rose to 4.0 per 1,000 residents, a 75.2% increase from the previous month’s 2.3 per 1,000. This shift, while notable, still places the area 50% below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the town experienced roughly one crime per day over the 31-day period, a figure that translates to one reported crime for every 253 residents during the month. This monthly exposure rate underscores the relatively low frequency of crime in Winchcombe compared to national benchmarks. The population-scaled perspective reveals that, despite the month-on-month rise, the area remains significantly safer than the UK average, with residents facing far fewer incidents than the national average. This contrast may reflect local factors such as Winchcombe’s smaller population, lower population density, or community-focused policing efforts that have historically contributed to its lower crime profile.