Cheshire Constabulary

Is Burtonwood and Winwick Safe?

Crime statistics for Burtonwood and Winwick. Based on official UK Police data, updated March 2026.

Last 12 months: April 2025 – March 2026 491 crimes
33 / 100 Below Average

Safety Score !

491 Crimes (last 12 months)
15.7% Resolution Rate (last 12m) !
↓0.4% vs Previous 12 Months

Crime Zone Map

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Very Safe (85+) Safe (65–84) Average (45–64) Below Avg (25–44) High Crime (0–24)

Crime by Category

Last 12 months — 491 total crimes recorded in Burtonwood and Winwick

Violent Crime
267 54.4%
Public Order
57 11.6%
Shoplifting
31 6.3%
Other Theft
28 5.7%
Criminal Damage & Arson
24 4.9%
Vehicle Crime
23 4.7%
Anti-Social Behaviour
21 4.3%
Drugs
20 4.1%
Burglary
10 2%
Other Crime
9 1.8%
Possession of Weapons
1 0.2%
Robbery
0 0%
Bicycle Theft
0 0%
Theft from Person
0 0%

Monthly Crime Trend

Month-by-month crime totals for Burtonwood and Winwick — last 12 months

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Burtonwood and Winwick safe?

Burtonwood and Winwick has a CrimeRadar safety score of 33/100, rated Below Average. A total of 491 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 0.4% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Crime levels in Burtonwood and Winwick are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.

How many crimes were recorded in Burtonwood and Winwick in the last 12 months?

491 crimes were recorded in Burtonwood and Winwick in the last 12 months, spanning all reported crime categories from violent crime to vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. This represents a decrease of 0.4% compared to the previous 12-month period (493 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 267 incidents.

What is the most common crime in Burtonwood and Winwick?

The most common crime in Burtonwood and Winwick is Violent Crime, with 267 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 54.4% of all reported crimes in the area. You can view a full breakdown of all crime categories, including anti-social behaviour, vehicle crime, and burglary, in the Crime by Category section on this page.

Is crime in Burtonwood and Winwick increasing or decreasing?

Crime in Burtonwood and Winwick is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 0.4% — from 493 crimes in the previous 12 months to 491 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.

What is the safety score for Burtonwood and Winwick?

Burtonwood and Winwick has a safety score of 33 out of 100 (Below Average). CrimeRadar safety scores are calculated from crime volume, year-on-year trend, and crime resolution rate. A score of 85+ is Very Safe, 65–84 is Safe, 45–64 is Average, 25–44 is Below Average, and below 25 is High Crime.

How does Burtonwood and Winwick compare to the Cheshire Constabulary average?

Burtonwood and Winwick has a safety score of 33/100, while the Cheshire Constabulary force area average is 27/100. Burtonwood and Winwick is safer than the force average. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

What is the crime resolution rate in Burtonwood and Winwick?

15.7% of crimes recorded in Burtonwood and Winwick resulted in a formal outcome in the last 12 months. Formal outcomes include charges brought, cautions issued, fixed penalty notices, or other official resolutions recorded by Cheshire Constabulary. The national average outcome rate in England and Wales is typically 5–15% across most crime types. A higher rate suggests more effective local enforcement.

How much violent crime is there in Burtonwood and Winwick?

267 violent crimes were recorded in Burtonwood and Winwick in the last 12 months — representing 54.4% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 21 incidents. Violent crime encompasses assault, robbery, and related offences as classified by the UK Home Office. Data is sourced from official police reports submitted to data.police.uk.

When was the crime data for Burtonwood and Winwick last updated?

The crime data for Burtonwood and Winwick was last updated in March 2026. CrimeRadar sources all crime data directly from the official UK Police Data API, operated by the Home Office and published at data.police.uk under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Data is refreshed monthly and covers the most recent 36-month period. New monthly data is typically published with a 2-month lag.

How can I compare Burtonwood and Winwick with other areas?

You can compare Burtonwood and Winwick with any other UK neighbourhood or city using the CrimeRadar Compare tool. It shows side-by-side safety scores, crime volumes by category, year-on-year trends, and crime resolution rates. The Compare tool covers all 44 police force areas across England, Wales and Northern Ireland, with more than 4,000 built neighbourhoods available.

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Data source: All crime data is sourced from the UK Police Data, operated by the Home Office, and is published under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Last updated: March 2026.