Windsor Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

February 2026 presented an unexpected shift in Windsor's crime profile, with theft from the person surging by 500% compared to January, marking the most dramatic single-month change in the area's recorded history. This spike, coupled with a 300% increase in bicycle theft, contrasted sharply with the 17.4% decline in violence and sexual offences, which fell from 69 to 57 incidents. The overall crime rate of 6.1 per 1,000 residents placed Windsor 4.7% below the UK average of 6.4, a position that has persisted despite the month-on-month rise. The area's violent crime rate—1.8 per 1,000—remained 22% below the UK average, a pattern consistent with Windsor's historical profile as a relatively safe built-up area within Windsor and Maidenhead. However, public order offences (0.6 per 1,000) and vehicle crime (0.5 per 1,000) both exceeded UK averages by 46% and 43% respectively, suggesting localized pressures in these categories. The seasonal context of February, with its low outdoor activity and pre-spring lull, may partly explain these trends, as reduced pedestrian presence could impact opportunities for certain crimes while creating new vulnerabilities in others. The 25% decrease in other theft, from 16 to 12 incidents, added nuance to the property crime picture, though shoplifting and burglary rates still aligned closely with national levels. These dynamics highlight the combination of seasonal factors and localized crime patterns in a historically low-crime area.

The most striking shift in February 2026 was the 500% increase in theft from the person, rising from one incident to six. This jump, combined with a 300% rise in bicycle theft, contrasts sharply with the 17.4% decline in violence and sexual offences, which fell from 69 to 57. The area's violent crime rate—1.8 per 1,000—remains 22% below the UK average, a consistent trend despite the drop. However, public order offences (0.6 per 1,000) and vehicle crime (0.5 per 1,000) both exceeded UK averages by 46% and 43% respectively, suggesting localized pressures in these categories. The 25% decrease in other theft, from 16 to 12, adds nuance to the property crime picture, though shoplifting and burglary rates still align closely with national levels. These fluctuations may partly reflect seasonal patterns, with winter's low outdoor activity potentially reducing opportunities for some crimes while creating new vulnerabilities in others.

Windsor's crime rate in February 2026 rose by 3.0% compared to January, moving from 6.0 to 6.1 per 1,000 residents. This places the area 4.7% below the UK average of 6.4, a consistent trend reflecting Windsor's relatively low crime profile. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 7 crimes per day in February, a figure that aligns with seasonal patterns typical of winter months. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 163 residents, a monthly exposure rate that remains below the national average. This statistic offers residents a concrete measure of their personal risk, though crime distribution can vary significantly across different areas of the built-up zone. The population context further underscores Windsor's position as a safer-than-average area, with its 32,066 residents experiencing fewer incidents than the UK average despite the slight monthly increase.