Crime in Wincheap: statistics, rates and trends
1,290 crimes were recorded in Wincheap in the 12 months to July 2026, 113.9 per 1,000 residents. That is higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and almost unchanged on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Wincheap at a glance
- Crime trends in Wincheap
- Types of crime in Wincheap
- Wincheap compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Wincheap
- What happened after crimes were reported in Wincheap
- Population and deprivation in Wincheap
- Questions about crime in Wincheap
- About this data
1,290 crimes were recorded in Wincheap in the 12 months to July 2026, 113.9 per 1,000 residents. That is higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and almost unchanged on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 366 reports (28% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Wincheap has the 930th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Wincheap | Canterbury | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 1,290 | 17,618 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 113.9 | 108.7 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +1% | +6% | -1% |
| Population | 11,324 | 162,100 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Wincheap was highest in the year to July 2019 (1,339 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2023 (1,073). Over the whole period it fell 0%, against a fall of 4% across England and Wales. Rates use today's population for every year, so they show the direction of change rather than exact historic rates.
| Period | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year to July 2026 | 1,290 | 113.9 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 1,282 | 113.2 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 1,227 | 108.4 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 1,073 | 94.8 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 1,192 | 105.3 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 1,267 | 111.9 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 1,266 | 111.8 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 1,339 | 118.2 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 1,290 | 113.9 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 104 |
| June 2026 | 113 |
| May 2026 | 102 |
| April 2026 | 124 |
| March 2026 | 112 |
| February 2026 | 80 |
| January 2026 | 96 |
| December 2025 | 114 |
| November 2025 | 106 |
| October 2025 | 127 |
| September 2025 | 86 |
| August 2025 | 126 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Wincheap over the 12 months to July 2026. The index compares the local rate with England and Wales: 1.00 is the national rate, 2.00 is double it. Rates were well above the national level for anti-social behaviour, shoplifting, criminal damage and arson.
The largest increases were in other theft (+28%) and anti-social behaviour (+19%). The largest falls were in vehicle crime (-22%) and burglary (-21%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 366 | 32.3 | 0.94 | -13% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 248 | 21.9 | 1.43 | +19% |
| Shoplifting | 212 | 18.7 | 2.26 | +1% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 120 | 10.6 | 1.56 | +5% |
| Other theft | 100 | 8.8 | 1.38 | +28% |
| Vehicle crime | 60 | 5.3 | 1.08 | -22% |
| Public order | 46 | 4.1 | 0.61 | +2% |
| Drugs | 39 | 3.4 | 1.05 | -9% |
| Robbery | 23 | 2.0 | 1.50 | +156% |
| Burglary | 22 | 1.9 | 0.55 | -21% |
| Other crime | 21 | 1.9 | 0.88 | -9% |
| Bicycle theft | 15 | 1.3 | 1.61 | +200% |
| Possession of weapons | 11 | 1.0 | 1.00 | -15% |
| Theft from the person | 7 | 0.6 | 0.37 | -12% |
Violence and sexual offences in Wincheap
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Wincheap recorded 366 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (32.3 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and down 13% on the year before. It made up 28.4% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Wincheap
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Wincheap recorded 248 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (21.9 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 19% on the year before. It made up 19.2% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Wincheap
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Wincheap recorded 212 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (18.7 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 1% on the year before. It made up 16.4% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Wincheap
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Wincheap recorded 120 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (10.6 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and up 5% on the year before. It made up 9.3% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Wincheap
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Wincheap recorded 100 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (8.8 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and up 28% on the year before. It made up 7.8% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Wincheap
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Wincheap recorded 60 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.3 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 22% on the year before. It made up 4.7% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Wincheap
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Wincheap recorded 46 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and up 2% on the year before. It made up 3.6% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Wincheap
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Wincheap recorded 39 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.4 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 9% on the year before. It made up 3.0% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Wincheap
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Wincheap recorded 23 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.0 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 156% on the year before. It made up 1.8% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Wincheap
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Wincheap recorded 22 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 21% on the year before. It made up 1.7% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Wincheap
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Wincheap recorded 21 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.9 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and down 9% on the year before. It made up 1.6% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Wincheap
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Wincheap recorded 15 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.3 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and up 200% on the year before. It made up 1.2% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Wincheap
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Wincheap recorded 11 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.0 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and down 15% on the year before. It made up 0.9% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Wincheap
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Wincheap recorded 7 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and down 12% on the year before. It made up 0.5% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Wincheap, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Wincheap.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Wincheap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westgate | 3,308 | 304.1 | +167% |
| Barton | 1,932 | 153.5 | +35% |
| Northgate | 2,027 | 245.2 | +115% |
| St Stephen's | 874 | 107.4 | -6% |
| Blean Forest | 354 | 37.0 | -67% |
| Chartham & Stone Street | 489 | 63.6 | -44% |
| Sturry | 666 | 77.3 | -32% |
| Nailbourne | 151 | 36.0 | -68% |
Police.uk records each crime at an approximate location, usually the centre of a nearby street or a landmark, to protect victims' privacy. These are the locations with the most reports in Wincheap over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Supermarket | 172 |
| On or near Petrol Station | 122 |
| On or near Station Road East | 100 |
| On or near Thanington Road | 47 |
| On or near Manor Close | 44 |
| On or near Tudor Road | 34 |
| On or near Canterbury East | 32 |
| On or near New Street | 31 |
| On or near Godwin Road | 28 |
| On or near Ledger Way | 25 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Wincheap over the 12 months to July 2026. Many cases are still open when the data is published, and anti-social behaviour has no outcome recorded, so these shares change as investigations finish.
| Outcome | Crimes | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 491 | 38.1% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 317 | 24.6% |
| Not recorded | 248 | 19.2% |
| Under investigation | 66 | 5.1% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 55 | 4.3% |
| Local resolution | 42 | 3.3% |
| Status update unavailable | 23 | 1.8% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 20 | 1.6% |
| Court result unavailable | 18 | 1.4% |
| Offender given a caution | 8 | 0.6% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.1% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.1% |
Wincheap has an estimated population of 11,324. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Wincheap sits in decile 5.7, close to the middle. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Wincheap |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 17.1% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 69.3% |
| Aged 65 and over | 13.6% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 52.1% |
| Social rented homes | 16.3% |
| Private rented homes | 31.4% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 5.7 |
| Residents in the most deprived 10% of areas | 15.7% |
Is Wincheap a safe place to live?
Wincheap recorded 113.9 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4. Crime is concentrated in a small number of places within most areas, often busy centres and transport hubs, so the rate for a single street can differ a lot from the area as a whole.
What is the most common crime in Wincheap?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 366 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (248).
Is crime in Wincheap going up or down?
Recorded crime in Wincheap was almost unchanged on the year before: 1,290 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 1,282 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Wincheap?
Wincheap is policed by Kent. Non-emergency crimes can be reported online to the force or by calling 101; in an emergency call 999.
How are these crime rates calculated?
Each rate is the number of crimes recorded by the police in the 12 months to July 2026, divided by the resident population and multiplied by 1,000. Crime data is from data.police.uk and population estimates are from the Office for National Statistics.
Figures are police-recorded crime published on data.police.uk, covering August 2017 to July 2026. Each crime is counted in the small area (LSOA) where it was recorded and added up to Wincheap. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.