Denmead Crime Rate May 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Denmead's crime rate in May 2024 stood at 3.1 per 1,000 residents, a figure that is 63.1% below the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000. This stark contrast with national trends underscores the area's relative safety, though the crime profile reveals specific patterns. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 43.8% of all reported crimes, followed by criminal damage and arson (18.8%) and public order issues (18.8%). The low overall rate may be partly explained by Denmead's status as a built-up area within Winchester, which likely has a lower population density and more community-focused policing compared to larger cities. Seasonal factors may also play a role, as May's longer evenings and increased outdoor socialising could contribute to higher public order incidents and alcohol-related violence. However, the rate of violent crime in Denmead (1.3 per 1,000) is 54% below the UK average for this category, suggesting that local initiatives or demographic characteristics—such as a more stable population or stronger community ties—may help mitigate such offences. The relatively low rate of property crimes (4 total) compared to violent crimes (7) further indicates a different crime dynamic than typical urban centres, where property crime often dominates. This profile aligns with Denmead's likely character as a low-density residential area with limited commercial activity, reducing opportunities for theft and burglary. While the overall safety record is impressive, the 150% increase in possession of weapons compared to the UK average raises questions about local enforcement or reporting practices, though further data would be needed to confirm this anomaly.

May 2024 saw three significant spikes in crime categories: vehicle crime, criminal damage and arson, and possession of weapons—each increased by 100% compared to April. This sharp rise in possession of weapons, which was 150% above the UK average, highlights an unusual deviation in local crime dynamics. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour dropped by 75%, suggesting a possible temporary reduction in community tensions or increased local enforcement. The crime mix also shifted, with violence and sexual offences making up 43.8% of total crimes—well below the UK average for this category (54% below). This contrast with the UK trend may reflect Denmead's specific characteristics, such as its built-up area status within Winchester, which likely has different social and economic dynamics compared to larger urban centres. Residents may find the 100% increase in vehicle crime particularly noteworthy, as it suggests a potential vulnerability in local vehicle security measures.

Denmead's crime rate in May 2024 rose by 22.9% compared to the previous month, reflecting a shift in local crime patterns. With 16 total crimes reported over 31 days, this equates to approximately one crime per day—a figure that, while low in absolute terms, suggests a slight uptick in activity. When scaled to the population of 5,222 residents, the monthly exposure rate indicates that one reported crime occurred for roughly every 326 residents. This statistic, while modest, places Denmead within a context where crime remains relatively infrequent compared to the broader UK landscape. The population-scaled perspective underscores the area's overall safety. increase from April 2024 warrants scrutiny of local factors. Seasonal shifts, such as longer evenings and increased outdoor socialising during May, may partly explain the rise in certain crime categories, though the exact causes remain unclear without further data.