Denmead Crime Rate August 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In Denmead, a built-up area within Winchester, the crime rate for August 2024 stood at 3.1 per 1,000 residents—62.2% below the UK average of 8.2. This stark contrast illustrates how local conditions shape everyday risk perceptions. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (9 incidents, 56.3% of total), followed by public order (2) and criminal damage and arson (2). These figures align with the area's character as a low-density urban space, where violent crime rates are 37% below the UK average and property crime rates are 65% lower. Seasonal factors may have played a role: August, a peak holiday month, typically increases burglary risk due to empty homes, yet Denmead recorded only one burglary incident. This could reflect the area's limited retail presence and lower transient population compared to coastal resorts or major cities. The prevalence of violence and sexual offences, while lower than national levels, may be linked to the area's proximity to Winchester's town centre, where social interactions are more concentrated. However, the absence of significant spikes in theft or vehicle crime suggests that Denmead's built-up character—with fewer commercial zones—reduces certain crime types. Overall, the data reinforces that Denmead's small population and suburban layout contribute to its safer profile compared to the UK average.

August 2024 saw a 100.0% increase in criminal damage and arson, rising from 0 to 2 incidents—a shift that may reflect seasonal factors such as increased outdoor activity during summer evenings. Conversely, violence and sexual offences dropped by 18.2% (from 11 to 9), a decrease that could be linked to the area's lower population density and reduced foot traffic during the month. The crime mix in Denmead remained skewed toward violent crime, with 56.3% of total incidents falling into this category, compared to 37% nationally. This contrast underscores Denmead's unique profile, where public order offences (12.5%) and criminal damage (12.5%) were both 35-37% below UK averages. For residents, the most immediately relevant statistic is the 65% deficit in other theft rates compared to the UK, suggesting that personal property crime is less prevalent in this built-up area than in other parts of the country.

Denmead's crime rate in August 2024 remained stable at 3.1 per 1,000 residents, a 6.1% decrease from the previous month's 3.3 rate. This translates to roughly one reported crime per day across the built-up area, a frequency that may feel routine to residents but contrasts sharply with the UK average. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 326 residents, a statistic that frames the risk in tangible terms for local households. The population-scaled perspective reveals that Denmead's safety profile is significantly stronger than the national average, with violent crimes falling 37% below UK norms and property crimes 65% lower. While the daily crime count aligns with the area's low overall rate, the 1-in-326 monthly exposure figure highlights that most residents are unlikely to experience crime directly. This context is critical for understanding how Denmead's small population and limited urban density contribute to its distinct safety profile compared to larger, more densely populated regions.