Is Winchester South Safe?
Crime statistics for Winchester South. Based on official UK Police data, updated March 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 561 total crimes recorded in Winchester South
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Winchester South — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Winchester South safe?
Winchester South has a CrimeRadar safety score of 29/100, rated Below Average. A total of 561 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 19.2% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Crime levels in Winchester South are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Winchester South in the last 12 months?
561 crimes were recorded in Winchester South 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 19.2% compared to the previous 12-month period (694 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 305 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Winchester South?
The most common crime in Winchester South is Violent Crime, with 305 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 Winchester South increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Winchester South is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 19.2% — from 694 crimes in the previous 12 months to 561 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Winchester South?
Winchester South has a safety score of 29 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 Winchester South compare to the Hampshire Constabulary average?
Winchester South has a safety score of 29/100, while the Hampshire Constabulary force area average is 18/100. Winchester South 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 Winchester South?
16.7% of crimes recorded in Winchester South 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 Hampshire 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 Winchester South?
305 violent crimes were recorded in Winchester South in the last 12 months — representing 54.4% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 44 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 Winchester South last updated?
The crime data for Winchester South 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 Winchester South with other areas?
You can compare Winchester South 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.