Denmead Crime Rate August 2023 | Monthly Statistics

In August 2023, Denmead’s crime rate of 4.8 per 1,000 residents was 40.7% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This figure, while modest, translates to a daily risk of one reported crime for every 31 days — a rate that, for most residents, would equate to a low likelihood of personal involvement. The crime profile in the area was dominated by violence and sexual offences (36% of all incidents), followed by criminal damage and arson (24%) and anti-social behaviour (12%). These patterns align with Denmead’s character as a built-up area within Winchester, where local factors such as seasonal tourism and community density may influence crime trends. August, as a peak holiday month, likely contributed to shifts in crime dynamics, including the notable rise in criminal damage and arson. The area’s overall safety — despite the monthly increase — remains evident when compared to the UK average, with violence rates 36% below national figures. However, the sharp rise in specific categories, such as criminal damage and arson, highlights the need for localized awareness. For residents, the per-capita perspective underscores that while crime is present, the risk is comparatively low, with most individuals unlikely to encounter it directly. The interplay of seasonal factors, such as increased property vacancies during August, may explain some of the fluctuations. The data illustrates a balance between safety and localized challenges, with the area’s crime rate serving as a manageable concern for most residents.

August 2023 saw a dramatic 500% increase in criminal damage and arson, rising from one incident to six. This spike, though isolated, may reflect seasonal factors such as increased property activity during the peak holiday period. Public order offences also doubled, with three incidents reported — a 200% month-on-month rise. Anti-social behaviour, which had not occurred in July, surged to three cases, indicating a possible shift in community dynamics. While violence and sexual offences remained the most common category (36% of total crimes), they were 36% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. The area’s rate for criminal damage and arson (1.2 per 1,000) was 90% above the UK average, suggesting a unique local challenge. For residents, the sharp rise in arson cases — from one to six — offers a concrete example of how specific crime types can fluctuate dramatically in a short period.

Denmead’s crime rate in August 2023 rose 19.2% compared to July’s 4.0 per 1,000, reaching 4.8 per 1,000. This increase, though modest, reflects shifting patterns in local crime dynamics. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one reported crime per day over the 31-day period — a figure that contextualises the rate as a manageable, albeit present, risk for residents. When scaled to the population, the monthly exposure translates to one crime occurring for roughly every 209 residents. This ratio provides a tangible sense of how frequently crime intersects with daily life, though it remains significantly lower than the UK average. The population-scaled perspective underscores that while Denmead’s rate is higher than July’s, it still sits 40.7% below the national average, highlighting the area’s overall safety compared to the broader UK context. The rise in specific categories, such as criminal damage and arson, suggests localized factors — potentially linked to August’s seasonal shifts — may have influenced the increase.