Winnersh Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Winnersh's crime rate in October 2025 stood at 3.5 per 1,000 residents, placing it 54.5% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This figure reflects a built-up area's relative safety, a characteristic often observed in Wokingham's commuter-oriented suburbs. The top crime categories were violence and sexual offences (34.2% of total incidents), followed by anti-social behaviour (23.7%) and criminal damage and arson (10.5%). These patterns align with Winnersh's urban character, where high-density living may contribute to both interpersonal conflicts and property-related crimes. The seasonal context of October—marked by shorter days, Halloween, and the clocks going back—may have influenced reporting trends. Violence and sexual offences, while the largest single category, remained 55% below the UK average, suggesting effective community or policing measures. Anti-social behaviour, despite a 200% increase from September, still fell 37% short of the national average, a discrepancy that may reflect Winnersh's demographic profile or local initiatives. The overall crime rate's consistency with previous months, despite seasonal fluctuations, indicates a stable environment, though the sharp rise in anti-social behaviour deserves closer attention.

The most dramatic month-on-month change occurred in anti-social behaviour, which surged by 200% from 3 to 9 incidents, marking the largest increase in the dataset. This rise coincides with Halloween and the transition to darker evenings, periods often linked to heightened public disorder. Other theft also saw a 200% increase, moving from one to three cases, a shift that may reflect seasonal retail activity or unseasonal patterns in local businesses. Conversely, public order offences fell sharply by 66.7%, from six to two incidents, a decline that contrasts with the rise in anti-social behaviour. Violence and sexual offences decreased by 40.9%, from 22 to 13 cases, a reduction that may be tied to seasonal factors such as shorter evenings. Winnersh's violent crime rate remains 55% below the UK average, while anti-social behaviour is 37% below the national rate. These disparities suggest local factors—such as community engagement or policing strategies—may play a role in shaping the area's crime profile. The 200% increase in other theft, though small in absolute terms, could signal a need for targeted interventions in specific sectors.

Winnersh's crime rate in October 2025 fell by 15.5% compared to September, dropping from 4.1 to 3.5 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with a broader trend observed in built-up areas during the autumn, where reduced daylight hours and seasonal transitions may influence reporting patterns. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly one crime per day over the 31-day period, a figure that reflects the low overall rate compared to national averages. When scaled to the population, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for every 287 residents, a statistic that underscores the area's relatively safe environment. This rate is particularly notable given Winnersh's status as a built-up area within Wokingham, where urban density might typically correlate with higher crime rates. The drop in violent crime—falling from 22 to 13 cases—suggests a possible shift in local dynamics without further data. The comparison to the UK average highlights Winnersh's performance, with its crime rate remaining 54.5% below the national figure, a gap that has persisted despite month-on-month fluctuations.