Winchcombe Crime Rate February 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Anti-social behaviour dominated Winchcombe’s crime profile in February 2025, accounting for 27.3% of all reported incidents (6 out of 22 total crimes). This category, which includes disturbances, harassment, and disorder, emerged as the most prevalent type of crime, significantly outpacing both property and violent crime. The overall crime rate of 4.2 per 1,000 residents placed Winchcombe 37.3% below the UK average of 6.7 per 1,000, a stark contrast to the national picture. While the area’s low rate suggests a generally safer environment, the dominance of anti-social behaviour may reflect the unique character of Winchcombe as a small, built-up area within a rural district. Such locations often experience concentrated social interactions in limited public spaces, which could contribute to higher rates of disorder compared to larger urban centres. Seasonal factors also played a role: February’s low outdoor activity and pre-spring lull may have shifted focus to indoor settings, amplifying tensions in shared living spaces or community areas. Meanwhile, violent crimes, though lower in absolute terms, remained 62% below the UK average, indicating a marked divergence from national trends in this category. The balance between property and violent crime was skewed, with property crimes (6 incidents) slightly outnumbering violent crimes (5 incidents), though neither category reached levels seen in more densely populated areas. This dynamic suggests that Winchcombe’s crime profile is shaped by a combination of its geographic isolation, community size, and the seasonal rhythm of its population, which may influence both the types and frequencies of reported incidents.

February 2025 saw dramatic month-on-month increases in anti-social behaviour, other theft, and public order offences, with anti-social behaviour tripling from 2 to 6 incidents. This surge, though not uncommon in winter months, contrasts with the UK average for anti-social behaviour, which was 1.0 per 1,000 (13% below Winchcombe’s 1.1 per 1,000). Violence and sexual offences, however, remained 62% below the UK average at 0.9 per 1,000, suggesting a safer environment for residents compared to the national trend. Other theft also rose sharply, with a 200% increase to 3 incidents, placing it 30% above the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000. These shifts highlight a mixed picture: while some categories align with seasonal patterns, others deviate from the UK norm, requiring further analysis of local factors such as community dynamics or event schedules.

Winchcombe’s crime rate in February 2025 rose sharply to 4.2 per 1,000 residents, marking a 100.5% increase from the previous month’s 2.1 per 1,000. This shift underscores a notable uptick in local activity. below the UK average. Daily crime figures reveal an average of one reported crime per day in February, a statistic that translates to a monthly exposure of one crime for every 241 residents. While this suggests a relatively low frequency of incidents, the seasonal context of winter and pre-spring lull may influence patterns, with indoor gatherings and reduced outdoor activity potentially contributing to certain types of crime. The population-scaled perspective highlights that, despite the increase, Winchcombe’s residents face a lower risk of encountering crime compared to the national average, though localized spikes in specific categories demand attention. This data invites reflection on how temporary factors, such as weather or community events, might intersect with the area’s existing crime profile.