Is Winchester Rural West Safe?
Crime statistics for Winchester Rural West. Based on official UK Police data, updated March 2026.
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Crime Zone Map
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 319 total crimes recorded in Winchester Rural West
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Winchester Rural West — last 12 months
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View detailed crime data for each month in Winchester Rural West
Safest Areas Near Winchester Rural West
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Compare Winchester Rural West With Nearby Areas
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Winchester Rural West safe?
Winchester Rural West has a CrimeRadar safety score of 67/100, rated Safe. A total of 319 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 19.7% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Winchester Rural West is considered a relatively safe area compared to the UK average, based on official UK Police data.
How many crimes were recorded in Winchester Rural West in the last 12 months?
319 crimes were recorded in Winchester Rural West 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 19.7% compared to the previous 12-month period (397 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 130 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Winchester Rural West?
The most common crime in Winchester Rural West is Violent Crime, with 130 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 40.8% 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 Rural West increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Winchester Rural West is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 19.7% — from 397 crimes in the previous 12 months to 319 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Winchester Rural West?
Winchester Rural West has a safety score of 67 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 Winchester Rural West compare to the Hampshire Constabulary average?
Winchester Rural West has a safety score of 67/100, while the Hampshire Constabulary force area average is 18/100. Winchester Rural West 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 Rural West?
100% of crimes recorded in Winchester Rural West 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 Rural West?
130 violent crimes were recorded in Winchester Rural West in the last 12 months — representing 40.8% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 35 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 Rural West last updated?
The crime data for Winchester Rural West 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 Rural West with other areas?
You can compare Winchester Rural West 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.