Is Winchcombe Safe?
Crime statistics for Winchcombe. Based on official UK Police data, updated July 2026.
Safety Score !
Crime Zone Map
Neighbourhood boundaries coloured by safety score. Click adjacent zones to explore.
Crime by Category
Last 36 months — 950 total crimes recorded in Winchcombe
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Winchcombe — last 36 months
Explore by Month
View detailed crime data for each month in Winchcombe
Safest Areas Near Winchcombe
Highest-rated neighbourhoods closest to Winchcombe by safety score
Compare Winchcombe With Nearby Areas
Side-by-side crime comparisons with the closest neighbourhoods
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Winchcombe safe?
Winchcombe has a CrimeRadar safety score of 73/100, rated Safe. A total of 183 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 47.9% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Winchcombe is considered a relatively safe area compared to the UK average, based on official UK Police data.
How many crimes were recorded in Winchcombe in the last 12 months?
183 crimes were recorded in Winchcombe 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 47.9% compared to the previous 12-month period (351 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 268 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Winchcombe?
The most common crime in Winchcombe is Violent Crime, with 268 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 146.4% 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 Winchcombe increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Winchcombe is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 47.9% — from 351 crimes in the previous 12 months to 183 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Winchcombe?
Winchcombe has a safety score of 73 out of 100 (Safe). 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 Winchcombe compare to the Gloucestershire Constabulary average?
Winchcombe has a safety score of 73/100, while the Gloucestershire Constabulary force area average is 50/100. Winchcombe 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 Winchcombe?
47.6% of crimes recorded in Winchcombe 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 Gloucestershire 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 Winchcombe?
268 violent crimes were recorded in Winchcombe in the last 12 months — representing 146.4% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 191 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 Winchcombe last updated?
The crime data for Winchcombe was last updated in July 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 Winchcombe with other areas?
You can compare Winchcombe 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.