Crime in Winchmore Hill: statistics, rates and trends
719 crimes were recorded in Winchmore Hill in the 12 months to July 2026, 71.6 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 9% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Winchmore Hill at a glance
- Crime trends in Winchmore Hill
- Types of crime in Winchmore Hill
- Winchmore Hill compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Winchmore Hill
- What happened after crimes were reported in Winchmore Hill
- Population and deprivation in Winchmore Hill
- Questions about crime in Winchmore Hill
- About this data
719 crimes were recorded in Winchmore Hill in the 12 months to July 2026, 71.6 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 9% on the year before. The most common offence was anti-social behaviour, with 166 reports (23% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Winchmore Hill has the 2,160th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Winchmore Hill | Enfield | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 719 | 36,957 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 71.6 | 112.9 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -9% | -3% | -1% |
| Population | 10,044 | 327,434 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Winchmore Hill was highest in the year to July 2023 (979 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2018 (638). Over the whole period it rose 13%, 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 | 719 | 71.6 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 793 | 79.0 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 898 | 89.4 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 979 | 97.5 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 715 | 71.2 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 743 | 74.0 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 738 | 73.5 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 712 | 70.9 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 638 | 63.5 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 74 |
| June 2026 | 70 |
| May 2026 | 74 |
| April 2026 | 55 |
| March 2026 | 42 |
| February 2026 | 44 |
| January 2026 | 60 |
| December 2025 | 51 |
| November 2025 | 60 |
| October 2025 | 69 |
| September 2025 | 54 |
| August 2025 | 66 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Winchmore Hill 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 vehicle crime, burglary.
The largest increases were in drugs (+45%) and shoplifting (+42%). The largest falls were in robbery (-58%) and criminal damage and arson (-45%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anti-social behaviour | 166 | 16.5 | 1.08 | -5% |
| Violence and sexual offences | 161 | 16.0 | 0.47 | +9% |
| Vehicle crime | 140 | 13.9 | 2.83 | -16% |
| Burglary | 53 | 5.3 | 1.49 | -25% |
| Other theft | 50 | 5.0 | 0.78 | -21% |
| Shoplifting | 34 | 3.4 | 0.41 | +42% |
| Drugs | 29 | 2.9 | 0.88 | +45% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 23 | 2.3 | 0.34 | -45% |
| Public order | 22 | 2.2 | 0.33 | -19% |
| Theft from the person | 17 | 1.7 | 1.00 | -11% |
| Other crime | 11 | 1.1 | 0.52 | +83% |
| Robbery | 10 | 1.0 | 0.74 | -58% |
| Bicycle theft | 2 | 0.2 | 0.24 | -50% |
| Possession of weapons | 1 | 0.1 | 0.10 | -75% |
Anti-social behaviour in Winchmore Hill
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Winchmore Hill recorded 166 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (16.5 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 5% on the year before. It made up 23.1% of all crime in the area.
Violence and sexual offences in Winchmore Hill
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Winchmore Hill recorded 161 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (16.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 9% on the year before. It made up 22.4% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Winchmore Hill
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Winchmore Hill recorded 140 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (13.9 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 16% on the year before. It made up 19.5% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Winchmore Hill
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Winchmore Hill recorded 53 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.3 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 25% on the year before. It made up 7.4% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Winchmore Hill
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Winchmore Hill recorded 50 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 21% on the year before. It made up 7.0% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Winchmore Hill
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Winchmore Hill recorded 34 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 42% on the year before. It made up 4.7% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Winchmore Hill
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Winchmore Hill recorded 29 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.9 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 45% on the year before. It made up 4.0% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Winchmore Hill
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Winchmore Hill recorded 23 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 45% on the year before. It made up 3.2% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Winchmore Hill
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Winchmore Hill recorded 22 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 19% on the year before. It made up 3.1% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Winchmore Hill
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Winchmore Hill recorded 17 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.7 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and down 11% on the year before. It made up 2.4% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Winchmore Hill
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Winchmore Hill recorded 11 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 83% on the year before. It made up 1.5% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Winchmore Hill
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Winchmore Hill recorded 10 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and down 58% on the year before. It made up 1.4% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Winchmore Hill
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Winchmore Hill recorded 2 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and down 50% on the year before. It made up 0.3% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Winchmore Hill
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Winchmore Hill recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and down 75% on the year before. It made up 0.1% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Winchmore Hill, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Winchmore Hill.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Winchmore Hill |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highfield | 788 | 67.7 | -5% |
| Palmers Green | 1,048 | 115.0 | +61% |
| Grange Park | 529 | 69.7 | -3% |
| Southgate | 1,201 | 89.4 | +25% |
| Arnos Grove | 690 | 71.1 | -1% |
| Bush Hill Park | 571 | 51.4 | -28% |
| Bowes | 786 | 74.7 | +4% |
| Oakwood | 569 | 64.7 | -10% |
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 Winchmore Hill over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Supermarket | 87 |
| On or near Pellipar Close | 51 |
| On or near Cromie Close | 33 |
| On or near Berry Close | 24 |
| On or near Shrubbery Gardens | 24 |
| On or near Broadway Mews | 21 |
| On or near Theatre/Concert Hall | 21 |
| On or near Lynwood Grove | 18 |
| On or near College Road | 16 |
| On or near Bourne Hill | 16 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Winchmore Hill 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 | 298 | 41.4% |
| Not recorded | 166 | 23.1% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 137 | 19.1% |
| Under investigation | 56 | 7.8% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 27 | 3.8% |
| Local resolution | 10 | 1.4% |
| Status update unavailable | 10 | 1.4% |
| Court result unavailable | 8 | 1.1% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 4 | 0.6% |
| Offender given a caution | 3 | 0.4% |
Winchmore Hill has an estimated population of 10,044. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Winchmore Hill sits in decile 7.3, less deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Winchmore Hill |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 19.0% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 60.8% |
| Aged 65 and over | 20.2% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 69.1% |
| Social rented homes | 5.2% |
| Private rented homes | 25.7% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 7.3 |
Is Winchmore Hill a safe place to live?
Winchmore Hill recorded 71.6 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, lower 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 Winchmore Hill?
Anti-social behaviour was the most common category, with 166 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by violence and sexual offences (161).
Is crime in Winchmore Hill going up or down?
Recorded crime in Winchmore Hill was down 9% on the year before: 719 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 793 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Winchmore Hill?
Winchmore Hill is policed by Metropolitan Police. 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 Winchmore Hill. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.